Schemata

Schemata are mental frameworks that help us organize and interpret information. Think of them as cognitive structures that store knowledge about people, events, or concepts based on our experiences. For example, when you think of a "birthday party," your schema might include ideas about cake, gifts, guests, and decorations. These frameworks help us quickly understand new information by relating it to what we already know. They play a crucial role in learning, memory, and how we process new experiences in our daily lives.