SureSelect: Short-term Memory Overview

Test your ability to quickly memorize and recall information under time pressure. This module evaluates your short-term memory capacity through two types of challenges: memorizing sequences of characters and remembering aircraft information.

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Objective

Memorize information displayed briefly on screen, then accurately recall it when prompted. You'll face two types of challenges: sequences (numbers/letters) and aircraft information (call signs, flight levels, headings).

How It Works

This game challenges your short-term memory capacity by requiring you to quickly encode, store, and retrieve information. The dual format (sequences and aircraft information) tests different aspects of memory: sequences test your ability to remember ordered information, while aircraft information tests your ability to associate multiple pieces of data with specific items. The time pressure and increasing complexity evaluate not just memory capacity, but your ability to maintain accuracy while working quickly - a critical skill for air traffic controllers who must remember multiple pieces of information simultaneously.

Step-by-step Instructions

Watch carefully as information is displayed on screen for a brief period
The information will disappear after the display time ends
Two types of information may appear:
- Sequences: A series of numbers and/or letters (e.g., '7-3-9-2-8' or 'K-F-4-T-9')
- Aircraft Information: Multiple aircraft with call signs, flight levels, and headings
After the information disappears, a question will appear
For sequences, you may be asked to recall the full sequence or a specific character position
For aircraft information, you'll be asked about a specific aircraft's flight level or heading
Type your answer in the input field and click 'Submit Answer' or press Enter
Respond within the time limit to score points

Skills You Develop

Short-term memory capacity
Rapid information encoding
Accurate information retrieval under time pressure
Working memory for sequences
Associative memory for multiple data points
Attention to detail during brief displays
Resistance to interference
Memory consolidation speed

Coaching Tips

Focus intently during the display period - you only have a short time to encode the information
For sequences, try to create patterns or chunks to help remember the order
For aircraft information, associate each piece of data with the call sign
Use verbal rehearsal - mentally repeat the information as you see it
Don't panic if you don't remember everything - focus on what you do remember
Develop a systematic approach: scan all information first, then focus on details
Practice maintaining focus throughout the entire display period
Use the visual feedback after each round to learn from your mistakes
For sequence questions about specific positions, count carefully from the beginning
For aircraft questions, quickly identify which aircraft the question is about before recalling the information