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This book examines the nature and causal antecedents of superior
memory performance. The main theme is that such performance may
depend on either specific memory techniques or natural superiority
in the efficiency of one or more memory processes. Chapter 2
surveys current views about the structure of memory and discusses
whether common processes can be identified which might underlie
general variation in memory ability, or whether distinct memory
subsystems exist, the efficiency of which varies independently of
each other. Chapter 3 provides a comprehensive survey of existing
evidence on superior memory performance. It examines techniques
which underlie many examples of unusual memory performance, and
concludes that not all this evidence is explicable in terms of such
techniques. Relations between memory ability and other cognitive
processes are also discussed. The remainder of the book describes
the authors' own studies of a dozen memory experts, employing a
wide variety of short- and long-term memory tasks. These studies
provide a much larger body of data than previously available from
studies of single individuals, usually restricted to a narrow range
of tasks and rarely involving any systematic study of long-term
retention. The authors argue that in some cases unusual memory
ability is not dependent on the use of special techniques. They
develop some objective criteria for distinguishing between subjects
who demonstrate "natural" superiority and those "strategists" who
depend on techniques. Natural superiority was characterised by
superior performance on a wider range of tasks and better long-term
retention. The existence of a general memory ability was further
supported by a factor analysis of data from all subjects, omitting
those who described highly-practised techniques. This analysis also
demonstrated the independence of initial encoding and retention
processes. The monograph raises many interesting questions
concerning the existence and nature of individual differences in
memory ability (a previously neglected topic), their relation to
other cognitive processes and implications for theories concerning
the structure of memory.
This book examines the nature and causal antecedents of superior memory performance. The main theme is that such performance may depend on either specific memory techniques or natural superiority in the efficiency of one or more memory processes. Chapter 2 surveys current views about the structure of memory and discusses whether common processes can be identified which might underlie general variation in memory ability, or whether distinct memory subsystems exist, the efficiency of which varies independently of each other. Chapter 3 provides a comprehensive survey of existing evidence on superior memory performance. It examines techniques which underlie many examples of unusual memory performance, and concludes that not all this evidence is explicable in terms of such techniques. Relations between memory ability and other cognitive processes are also discussed. The remainder of the book describes the authors' own studies of a dozen memory experts, employing a wide variety of short- and long-term memory tasks. These studies provide a much larger body of data than previously available from studies of single individuals, usually restricted to a narrow range of tasks and rarely involving any systematic study of long-term retention. The authors argue that in some cases unusual memory ability is not dependent on the use of special techniques. They develop some objective criteria for distinguishing between subjects who demonstrate "natural" superiority and those "strategists" who depend on techniques. Natural superiority was characterised by superior performance on a wider range of tasks and better long-term retention. The existence of a general memory ability was further supported by a factor analysis of data from all subjects, omitting those who described highly-practised techniques. This analysis also demonstrated the independence of initial encoding and retention processes. The monograph raises many interesting questions concerning the existence and nature of individual differences in memory ability (a previously neglected topic), their relation to other cognitive processes and implications for theories concerning the structure of memory.
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International Business: The Challenges of Globalization is a brief,
yet comprehensive introduction to the difficulties of global
entrepreneurship. It examines the cultural barriers that can arise
in international business (IB), as well as the theory and
terminology essential to conducting successful business abroad.
With coverage of major IB topics, engaging features, and real-world
examples, the authors present a fresh take on the subject that is
both interesting and invaluable. The 10th Edition has been
thoroughly updated with ongoing changes in the international
business world to ensure that it remains up-to-date and relevant to
those pursuing a career as a global entrepreneur.
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Casadora Island (Paperback)
John Wilde; Contributions by W. R Benton; Edited by Derrick Thomas
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R535
R451
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The present book is an attempt to provide students and general
readers with an introduction to the basic concepts and principles
of classic, realistic philosophy. Without some grasp of its basic
principles, it is impossible to understand either the history of
modern philosophy or the present nature of western culture. The
method followed is critical and systematic rather than
"historical". In this book, the author tried to present the basic
classical doctrines and arguments in simple language, and with
modern illustrations, capable of being understood by the students
of today. The doctrines have been drawn from the greatest thinkers
of the realistic tradition, including Plato, Aristotle, Augustine,
and Aquinas.
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Gimpy (Paperback)
John Wilde; Edited by Marnie Tabor; Contributions by Gary Benton
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R552
R493
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Matilda (Paperback)
Michael John Wilde
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R431
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The Astral Plane, also called the Astral World, thought to be the
planes of angelic existence, intermediate between earth and heaven.
Populated by angels, spirits or other immaterial beings ....... and
certain Germans, acting to supply intelligence to Adolph Hitler.
Billy Chen's grandfather, Kwong Chen, the master of all Chen magic,
provides Billy with the powers to travel across the Astral Plane;
enabling him to fight against those wishing to alter the course of
written history. The result of the Second World War must not
change.
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Gray Heron (Paperback)
John Wilde; Edited by Sierra Tabor; Designed by Maria Yasaka Beck
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R542
R482
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