Why did some things make it into your short-term memory and some things into your long-term memory?

Think about the last time you attended a lecture or were in a classroom. Applying the information processing model, why did some things make it into your short-term memory and some things into your long-term memory? How can knowing this process increase your learning potential? How would you reduce the likelihood of forgetting important information?

Discussion question

Please answer the following discussion questions with at least a 30-50 word response to each using your own words. 1. How do team motivation strategies and rewards differ from those used for individuals? 2. How can team incentives be implemented in such a way that all team members benefit? 3. What are some examples of good individual and team incentives you have seen or experienced? 4. What are the most important motivators for you in the work place? What can managers do to keep people / teams motivated?

Personality Testing

What is the origination of personality testing?

Reinforcement vs. Punishment

Would you agree with my answers to the following questions? If not, why? 1)The child brings home their report card failing two class, and the video game system is removed. NEGATIVE PUNISHMENT 2. The child’s allowance goes from $1 to $2 per week. POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT 3. Tapping a child’s hand when he/she reaches for objects in a department store.POSITIVE PUNISHMENT 4. Moving the child to the kitchen table to study away from the television.NEGATIVE REINFORCEMENT 5. Time away (previously known as Time Out)POSITIVE PUNISHMENT

Descriptors

What are some examples of (descriptors) regarding the following topics? For verbal communication I might list voice, rate of speech, stuttering or sighing as verbal communication descriptors. Am I understanding this correctly? What are some ideas for the three additional topics? Thanks! 1. Verbal Communication 2. Nonverbal Communication 3. Body Language 4. Active Listening