Levels of Processing and Memory 1 Abstract: Craik and Lockhart (1972) developed a theory in which they discussed the levels of processing. The theory states, the more a word is processed, due to its meaning, the better the word is retained. In our experiment we presented subjects with a yes or no question pertaining to the meaning of a word or the appearance of a word and then measured their reaction time. Subjects were then asked to …showed first 75 words of 1201 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1201 total…longer. Bibliography Levels of Processing and Memory 8 References: Craik, F. & Lockhart, G. (1972). Levels of processing: A framework for memory research. Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 11, 671-684. Craik, F. & Watkins, M. (1973). The role of rehearsal in short term memory. Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 12, 599-607. Linden, R. (1996). Theories and Systems of Psychology. Lexington: D.C. Heath and Company. Rundus, D. (1971). Analysis of rehearsal processes in free recall. Journal of Experimental Psychology, 89, 63-77.