Glossary E
Glossary E
Encapsulation refers to the process that occurs when the processes of thinking, such as (information processing, memory, fluid intelligence become connected or encapsulated to the pr
Encoding is defined as conversion of information into a form in which it will be retained in memory ; refers to how a person transform a physical, sensory input into a kind of representation that can be placed into memory. It is the cognitive process(es) by which information is translated into a mental or internal representation and stored. .
Encoding specificity is defined as a principle of retrieval asserted by Tulving: At the time material is first put into long-term memory, it is encoded in a particular way, depending on the context present at the time; at the time of recall, the person is at a great advantage if the same information available at encoding is once again available.
Encoding specificity means what is recalled depends on what is encoded.
Encodings is a term in Cognitive behaviorism that refer to the constructs that a person has about the self, the situation, and others in the situation.
Encopresis refers to the passage of feces into inappropriate places, such as clothing, whether involuntary or intentional.