Why we forget the things we learn

6 Minute English

语言学习

2021-11-18

6 分钟
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  • Hello, this is Six Minute English from BBC Learning English.

  • I'm Georgina.

  • And I'm Rob.

  • Do you have a good memory, Rob?

  • Can you remember people's names or where you left your car keys?

  • Well, I can remember people's faces, but I have a terrible memory for names,

  • and sometimes I'll be eagerly reading a book, but then a week later,

  • I can't remember a single thing about it.

  • While you're not alone, many people find it hard to remember things they've read or learned,

  • while other sometimes useless information sticks with them.

  • In this programme, we'll be finding out why we forget the things we've learned,

  • whether that's someone's name, a word in English, or where you put your wallet.

  • But first, let me ask you my quiz question, Rob.

  • Before I forget,

  • you and I might struggle to remember someone's phone number,

  • but Chinese student, Ciao Lu, has a record-breaking memory.

  • In 2005, she recited the numbers of pi, the mathematical equation describing the proportions of a Chemanish to remember.

  • Was it A, 48,000?