PSY305e: Cognitive Psychology TMA01: Encoding Specificity Experiment

This assignment analyzes the CogLab Encoding Specificity experiment, exploring the impact of cues on memory retrieval. The study investigates two independent variables: type of cues at study and type of cue at test, with strong and weak levels, and the dependent variable being the proportion of correct target judgments. The student presents and compares individual and global data, supporting the experimental hypothesis that similar cues at encoding and retrieval lead to better target recognition. The assignment further examines the experimental rationale, discussing the implications of research in this field and how it can be applied to enhance students' academic performance by improving cognitive skills, diagnosing learning difficulties, and developing effective learning strategies through cognitive tests. The document highlights the importance of cognitive skills in predicting academic success and the benefits of individualized cognitive training, drawing on research to support these claims.