Richard Atkinson

Richard Atkinson is an influential American psychologist known for his work in cognitive psychology and education. He is best recognized for developing the Atkinson-Shiffrin model of memory, which describes how information is processed and stored in the brain. This model outlines three key stages: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Additionally, Atkinson served as the president of the University of California system and has made significant contributions to educational reform and psychological research, emphasizing the importance of effective learning strategies and understanding how we retain information.