Learning objective

Describe the working memory model, including the central executive, phonological loop, visuo-spatial sketchpad and episodic buffer.

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Topic

Introductory topics in Psychology

Subtopic

Memory

Aqa A Level PsychologyPaper 1 Introductory Topics in Psychology

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Quick explanation

This point belongs to Introductory topics in Psychology, especially Memory.
You need to be able to describe the working memory model, including the central executive, phonological loop, visuo-spatial sketchpad and episodic buffer.
The key ideas to know are working memory model and memory.
Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.

Key concepts

working memory modelmemory

Why it matters

This objective helps connect Memory to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for Introductory topics in Psychology.

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