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Memory achievement is generally confounded with motivational factors in memory research. Therefore, the interpretation of age specific differences in recall renders difficult. The effect of a mnemonic device (method of loci) on recall is studied in a multitrial free recall experiment with 48 seniors aged from 60 to 92. Recall, performance in 'Pauli' tasks as an indicator of general achievement motivation, and subjective organization are measured. The experiment is planned as a three-factorial randomized group design with the factors, 'mnemonic device', 'age', and 'concreteness of learning material'. The mnemonic device has a strong effect on recall as well as on performance in 'Pauli' tasks. Its effect on recall is attributed to the increased achievement motivation.

Langue : ALLEMAND

Tiré à part : OUI

Identifiant basis : 1986000248