Working memory isn’t just about remembering something, instead it is the ability to store information for a short period of time and manipulate it. It is not about being able to memorise facts but to be able to remember information needed to actively ‘do’ things.
We use working memory as adults; for example, when we are following directions. Some children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) may find activities that involve working memory particularly tricky. You may notice this if children are finding it difficult to follow tasks that have more than one step or perhaps they appear to be more distracted as they are struggling to organise lots of input.
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