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Interference (Learning)

Scope Note: 
Inhibition of cognitive processes that occurs when incoming information competes with or prevents the recall of other items in one's memory or previous experiences.
Category: Learning and Perception
Broader Terms
Learning
Narrower Terms
N/A
Related Terms
Cognitive Processes
Inhibition
Memorization
Memory
Mnemonics
Perceptual Impairments
Recall (Psychology)
Retention (Psychology)
Added to ERIC: 6/25/2012