mind maps how to make & use them. why to use mind maps? mms provide an alternative to linear...

MIND MAPSHOW TO MAKE & USE THEM

Why to use Mind Maps?

• MMs provide an alternative to linear notes

• MMs support memory processes and synthesize thinking

• MMs help designate what is important

• MMs are distinctive, individual

• MMs help find logical connections

• MMs’ creator is actively involved

• MMs are fun (students learn better)

What can we use MMs for?

• Topic survey (before writing an essay)

• Vocabulary list (a concept map)

• Presentation

• Taking notes (requires some experience)

• Revision for a topic (a reconstruction of the map and a comparison with the original one)

• Project planning

• Team discussion of the topic

• STEP 1• Start with the topic

• Put it in the centreof your sheet

• Use a picture to illustrate the topic

How to make a MM…

• STEP 2• Add the subtopics

• Use BLOCK LETTERS to label branches

• Use a differentcolour for eachbranch

• The degree of each branch should not exceed 45°

How to make a MM…

• STEP 3• Develop further

subtopics

• Add pictures for any subtopic if possible

How to make a MM…

• No colours• No pictures

Most common mistakes

• Poorly designated central topic

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PRACTICE #1starting with something simple…

• TOPIC: MY COMENIUS EXPERIENCE• Each student creates a MM about their Comenius experience

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PRACTICE #2exploring a topic…

• TOPIC: RED BLOOD CELLS• Each student creates a MM using their knowledge of red blood cells

• Using a support text, each student adds more information and develops the MM

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PRACTICE #3topic discussion in groups…

• TOPIC: WHAT HELPS ME TO LEARN• In groups of three, students create a MM on the topic

• In 3 groups combined, each group briefly presents their MM and possibly develops or remakes their MM

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Further EXAMPLE of USE #1

• TOPIC SURVEY• Students make a

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• Students check the structure of the topic

• Students apply the MM to the structure or basic points of the topic

WHO AM I?

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Further EXAMPLE of USE #2

• TOPIC DISCUSSION• Define the topic

• Each student makes their own MM (10 min)

• Short presentation of individual MM in groups (possible follow-up: re-make of an individual MM)

• Discussion in the group and making of group MM

BODY MEMORY

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Further EXAMPLE of USE #3• CONCEPT MAP• Each student makes their own concept map

• The teacher can see the range of vocabulary and fill the gap

PLANNING A TRIP (minddraw.com)

INTERNET SOURCES

• http://www.mindmapinspiration.com

a great archive of MMs and many examples

• http://www.informationtamers.com

a very inspiring web on MindMaps

• Google ‘mind maps software’ to check out free software to make MMs

Petr Bek 2013 for learning2live.eu