Rehearsal

Definition

Rehearsal in psychology refers to the process of repeatedly practicing material so that it can be remembered. It's a cognitive strategy that helps us retain information over time.

Related terms

Encoding: This is the initial learning of information; an important stage in memory formation.

Retrieval: This is the ability to access information when you need it.

Maintenance Rehearsal: This involves repeating information without thinking about its meaning or connecting it to other knowledge, often leading to short-term memorization.