Mnemonology Mnemonics for the 21st Century [Paperback]

This book bridges the gap between basic memory research and mnemonic applications through a careful analysis of the processes that underlie effective memory aids. The book traces the history of mnemonics, examines popular techniques, and discusses the current relevance of mnemonics to both psychological researchers and those seeking to improve their memory. Using a unique approach (termed mnemonology ), the authors seek not necessarily to promote specific mnemonic techniques, but to provide information which will allow one to improve memory by creating their own mnemonics.

1. Is There a Place for Mnemonics in Modern Psychology? 2. General Considerations in Selecting Mnemonics. 3. Basic Cognitive and Mnemonic Processes. 4. Formal Mnemonic Systems. 5. Organizational Mnemonics. 6. Experts and Professional Mnemonists. 7. Mnemonics Returns to Education. 8. Mnemonics in Rehabilitation of Impaired Memory and Associated Disabilities. 9. So, Is There a Place for Mnemonics in Contemporary Psychology?

James Worthen and Reed Hunt [are] two of the worlds finest scholars on the intricacies of human memory. Not only is their book a thorough and accessible review of mnemonics, but it also is an intellectual call to arms to bring mnemonics into the scientific rigors of the new millennium. - David A. Gallo, University of Chicago, PsycCRITIQUES

This is an interesting, readable and a useful book. It fills a niche that other memory books do not cover or cover superficially. - Barbara Wilson, Medical Research Council, Cognition & Brain Sciences Unit, UK

I enjoyed readingMnemonology: Mnemonics for the 21st Century. Worthen and Hunt do a masterful job of placing mnemonic strategies within the broader context of memory processes. I recommend this authoritative and highly readable book to students, l��