THE SCIENCE OF MEMORY RETENTION IN THE LEARNING PROCESS
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memory, learning process, cognitive psychology, neuroscience, long-term memory, education, retention, synaptic plasticityAbstract
Memory retention plays a central role in the process of learning, shaping how individuals acquire, store, and recall information over time. This paper explores the scientific foundations of memory, analyzing its types, mechanisms, and influencing factors. The research focuses on the interaction between cognitive psychology and educational science to explain how memory functions in the human brain. It also examines how attention, repetition, emotion, and environmental factors contribute to effective learning outcomes. Furthermore, the paper investigates recent findings in neuroscience regarding long-term potentiation, synaptic plasticity, and their implications in education. The discussion highlights both theoretical and practical approaches for improving memory retention in academic contexts. The study concludes by emphasizing the necessity of integrating psychological and pedagogical strategies to strengthen learning efficiency and long-term knowledge preservation.Downloads
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