Working Memory Model Flashcards
1
Q
What is the central executive ( the big boss )
A
It is responsible for directing attention resources to slave systems ( phonological loop , visuospatial sketchpad )
2
Q
What is the phonological loop
A
Storage , responsible for anything with sound related e.g. music
3
Q
What is the visuospatial sketch pad
A
Visual info , spatial info e.g telly and reading
4
Q
Supporting evidence
A
KF - motorbike accident caused damage to STM impaired visual store
5
Q
Strengths
A
Can be tested using Corsi block and observe and drawing activities
6
Q
Weakness
A
Reductionist , doesn’t take individual differences into account
7
Q
How does dual tasking demonstrate the working memory model ?
A
We can’t read something a listen to something completely different at the same time
