Tiefenverarbeitung

deep processing; deep cognitive processing of information

noun TEE-fen-fer-ar-by-toong Rare

Usage Note

Tiefenverarbeitung is a learning-psychology term (from Craik and Lockhart's 'levels of processing') describing meaningful, semantic encoding of information that leads to durable memory. Tiefenverarbeitung führt zu besserem Behalten is the core finding.

Examples

"Durch Tiefenverarbeitung können Lernende Inhalte langfristig behalten."

Natural Translation

Through deep processing, learners can retain content long-term.

Literal Translation

Through deep-processing can learners content long-term retain.

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