Semantic (Generalized) tasks integrate information over a large number of experiences
Table 1: Examples of Episodic/Semantic Tasks and Matching/Retrieval Tasks (adapted from Humphreys, Bain & Pike, 1989)
Use of Context Cue | ||
Access Process | Episodic Memory | Semantic Memory |
Matching produces a rating value |
Recognition | Familiarity Rating |
Retrieval produces a word |
Cued Recall | Free Association |