Using Mnemonics as a Memory Tool  by Dave21  Using mnemonics as
a memory tool is an ancient tradition. A mnemonic is by
definition a memory aid. There are many different types, all
derived from principles and techniques used to organize
impressions in order to improve recall.  Making associations or
connections is how we remember things. All learning requires
associations and connections – even rote memorization may
involve making an association. It could be remembering the
picture of a word or the shape of a number on a flash card.
Using mnemonics is an effective way of creating new connections
in the brain.  Using Mnemonics to Create A List  One common
mnemonic type is using the first letter of a list of items to
create an acronym that is easy to remember. An example you might
be familiar with is Roy G. Biv. The acronym is used to remember
the colors of a rainbow or those created by a prism, as well as
the order in which they appear. R is for red, O for orange, Y
for yellow, G for green, B for blue, I for i