INFORMATION PROCESSING THEORY

sensory memory processes information brought in by the senses for brief periods of time - anywhere from 1/2 to 3 seconds. This function can only hold information in five to seven elements at a time. A telephone number is a good example of a seven digit number that can be taken into the sensory memory at once.

information is moved From the sensory memory to the working memory or is deleted or forgotten entirely. This part of the memory is temporary until it is assigned meaning, linked to other information or inferences are made.

Once meaning is made, information is then moved to the long-term memory. Information can be stored here for a long period of time or over the entire lifetime.

Nine types of intelligence

naturalistic

• Naturalist intelligence is the ability to discriminate and connect with living things such as plants and animals. People who have this intelligence also have a sensitivity to other features of the natural world such as clouds and rock configurations.

musical

• Musical intelligence is the ability to decipher between pitch, rhythm, timbre, and tone. This intelligence enables some to understand, create and reflect on music

logical-mathematical

• Logical-mathematical intelligence is the ability to calculate and quantify more easily. People who are strong in this intelligence style are able to perceive relationships and connections and to use abstract thought and have great reasoning skills. They are able to use inductive and deductive thinking patterns more effectively.

existential

• Sensitivity and ability to wrestle with depth. They ponder human existence, the meaning of life, death and how we got to the planet Earth.

interpersonal

• Interpersonal intelligence involves a strength in relating to others. People who have this intelligence are great and verbal and nonverbal communication. They have a sensitivity to others feelings and are able to see multiple perspectives.

bodily kinesthetic

• Bodily kinesthetic intelligence is the strength to use your hands to manipulate things or using your body skillfully. Mind–body union is key with these types of people.

linguistic

• People with Linguistic intelligence think in words and are skilled at using language to express and appreciate complex ideas.

linguistic

• People with Linguistic intelligence think in words and are skilled at using language to express and appreciate complex ideas.

intra-personal

• People with Intra-personal intelligence are better at understanding themselves and their thoughts and feelings. They use these skills to plan their lives. They also have an appreciation for the human condition.

spatial

• When someone has Spatial intelligence they are able to think in three dimensions. They are skillful with mental imagery, spatial reasoning, image manipulation, graphic and artistic skills, and an active imagination.

multiple intelligences