Learning and Memory
Learning Team 3
Psy./340
Neuroanatomical process related to
learning & memory
How are we able to learn and store
information?
•The brain undergoes chemical and structural
changes when it is in the process of learning.
•To form long-term memories changes are
required in the synapses, the structures
neurons use to transmit information.
Neuroanatomy process related to
learning & memory
Chart
Neural process related to learning &
memory.
• In learning and memory neural efficiency by
making new synaptic connections
•Synaptic plasticity
Relationship Between Learning and
Memory from a Functional
Perspective
•What is learning?
•What is memory?
Memory
Short
Long
Biological
Basis
Biological
Basis
Relationship
to long term
memory
Relationship
to Short Term
learning
Memory & Learning
•What is the interaction from learning to
memory?
Short-term
memory
• Forgotten
memory does not
transfer
• Stored memory
Sensory Register
for Learning
• Rehearsed
• Some visual
information
• Retrieved
Long-term
memory
Pavlov’s Research on
Classic Conditioning
Operant Conditioning
•Review the process of operant conditioning
Learning & Memory
Interdependence
● Learning and memory are closely related
concepts.
● Learning- acquisition of skill or
knowledge.
● Memory- expression of what is acquired.
● Speed - Will determine learning or
memory is used.
Learning
Memory
Learning & Memory
Interdependence
● Learning is the capability of modifying
information already stored in memory.
● Memory- Learning decay.
● Sensory system
Learning Memory
Interdependence
● Learning and Memories are and
interdependent process.
● Learning is important to memory
● Memory is important to learning
● Memory is just as important in our lives as
learning and just as needed.
Case Studies and
Examples
Our brains begin to mature even
before we are born. Although they...