_Mnemonics_ are memory techniques that work as retrieval _cues_ to trigger the recall of information in long-term memory.
A mnemonic is a memory technique or a memory tool that serves as a bridge to help you recall information from long-term memory
**Twelve Principles of Memory (SAVE CRIB FOTO)**
- Selectivity: Select what is important to learn.
- Association: Associate or link together chunks of information.
- Visualization: Picture in your mind the information you are learning.
- Elaboration: Work with information and encode information in new ways.
- Concentration: Stay focused and attend to specific stimuli.
- Recitation: Repeat information verbally in your own words.
- Intention: Create a learning goal with clearly defined desired outcomes.
- Big and Little Pictures: Recognize different levels of information.
- Feedback: Check the accuracy of your learning and use forms of self-quizzing.
- Organization: Reorganize information in meaningful, logical ways.
- Time on Task: Dedicate and schedule ample time to learn.
- Ongoing Review: Practice retrieving information from long-term memory.