Mind Mapping Presentation By Chris Conover What are

Mind Mapping Presentation By: Chris Conover

What are Mind Maps? A mind map is basically a diagram that connects information around a central subject.

My Mind Map

Benefits & Potential Uses Helps you become more creative, a better problem solver, improves memory, see connections, and stay organized (Pinola, 2013). They can be used to: Study a subject Set goals Plan a project Summarize a unit.

Better than note taking Incorporates visual graphics that increase retention Links concepts together through natural association Presents a large overview of information in a small space Can improve memory by 10% to 15% Intuitive way of organizing thoughts that allows for flow from concept to concept (Pinola, 2013)

Tony Buzan’s tips for making mind maps: 1. Start in the CENTER of a blank page turned sideways 2. Use an IMAGE or PICTURE for your central idea 3. Use COLORS throughout 4. Create CONNECTIONS and BRANCHES 5. Make your branches CURVED rather than straight-lined 6. Use ONE key word per line 7. Incorporate IMAGES throughout

Example Sites: ap M d n Mi Cogg le Sim ple. M ind Mindo Map ul Mind 42 Mind. No d e Stormboard Bubbl. us Mindjet XMind t e l p Pop mo M r e t s i e ind. M Scapple i. Mind. Ma p

XMind Unique Features: Intuitive: Somewhat Print/Save: Collaborative: N Cost: Yes Templates and very customizable

Xmind Templates

Coggle Unique Features: Goggle! Shortcut keystrokes Intuitive: Very Print/Save: Collaborative: Yes Cost: Free Yes

My pick: Coggle Why? FREE Easy to collaborate Simple to use for students

References Pinola, M. (2013). How to Use Maps to Unleash Your Brain’s Creativity and Potential. Retrieved from http: //lifehacker. com/how-to-use-mind-maps-tounleash-your-brains-creativity-1348869811.