A model of memory proposed by Atkinson and Shiffrin (1968) that features memory as being comprised of three major components: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Also known as the Multistore Model of Memory.
Introduction
In their proposal of the Dual-Store Model, Atkinson and Shiffrin (1968) claim that memory processing involves a series of sequential processes that lead to the input, storage and usage of information. This model of memory breaks down memory processing into three distinct components known as sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Information is first processed in the form of sensory memory, and subsequent processing leads this information to be stored in short-term memory and later transferred to long-term memory.
Sensory Memory
In the initial phase of memory processing, stimuli from the environment are detected via the senses and the information provided is stored in the form of sensory memory. The existence of such a...
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Vogel, R.A. (2017). Dual-Store Model. In: Vonk, J., Shackelford, T. (eds) Encyclopedia of Animal Cognition and Behavior. Springer, Cham. //doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-47829-6_1228-1