Mind Mapping For Teaching and

Learning

25 Feb 2014

Organized by

Pusat Pembangunan Akademik (CADe)

Venue

Makmal Komputer,

Institut Pengajian Sains Sosial, UPM

Sidek Ab Aziz, PhD

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, each participant is able to:

• Elaborate the concept of mind mapping

• Draw a simple mind map by using selected available softwares

• Apply mind mapping for teaching and learning

Scope of Course

Our Brain

Brain Test

WHAT ARE MIND MAPS?

• Mind Map is a powerful technique that can be applied to all aspects of life where improved learning and clearer thinking will enhance performance and effectiveness. It is a non-linear way of organizing information and a technique that allows natural flow of ideas to be captured.

• A Mind Map is a powerful graphic technique which harnesses the full range of cortical skills in a single, powerful manner

–word, –image, –number, –logic, –rhythm, –color, –spatial awareness

Mind Map Brings it all together

Text vs Graphics

MM is Good for • initial planning of project ideas • bringing the group vision together • creating project flowcharts • generating new ideas or exploring uncharted avenues • creating a solid organizational structure

https://www.text2mindmap.com/#

What is a Mind Map

• Mind maps are tools that help us think and remember better, creatively solve problems and take action.

• The mind map encourages creativity and flexibility, and you need these to make your resolutions happen!

• Mind maps help you think outside the box.

www.aws.com.sg/gallery_mind_map/gallery_mindmaps.html

Definition

A Mind Map is a diagram used to represent

words, ideas, tasks or other items linked to and

arranged around a central key word or idea. It is

used to generate, visualize, structure and

classify ideas, and as an aid in study,

organization, problem solving, and decision

making.

Who can Use It?

mind-mapping = visual brainstorming

Uses flow charts and/or thought bubbles

http://mindmap.crazenut.org/mindmapswebapp.html

What Are The Basics Of Mind Maps?

Image from: http://www.mindmapinspiration.com/please-do-not-disturb-mind-mapping/

The Origins of Mind Mapping

• Buzan pointed out that the normal linear methods of taking notes and recording ideas do not make efficient use of the brain’s powers.

• The Mind Map is a method of recording information or ideas in a dynamic way that mirrors the brain’s processes.

• Mind Mapping is a creative way of recording ideas

• popularized by the author and psychologist Tony Buzan in the early 1970s.

2. Application of mind mapping

Other applications

Decision making

Problem solving

Education/learning

Note taking

Speeches

… and others

Benefits mind mapping

Mind mapping can be a very useful and powerful tool for you.

Benefits

“The idea behind the mind map is to think

creatively in a non-linear manner .”

When should you use mind mapping

...that I can think of - just use your imagination.

5. And thousands

of other situations...

4. When you need to

understand a complicated system or

structure

When you suspect that your colleagues might not be following you, or if you just want an easy way to illustrate a complex idea, mind mapping helps.

3. When you want to work

with other people

to aid you to develop ideas quickly.

2. Developing new ideas

to be able to absorb knowledge faster, this is the tool to use.

1. Speed up

your learning

It can sometimes be hard to see the big picture when there are thousands of factors to keep in mind.

Mind Mapping & Brainstorming

• Mind Mapping tool enables group

members to create an infinite

number of thoughts, ideas, links

and associations on any topic

making it an ideal tool to stimulate

group thinking.

• to capture ideas rather than

having hundreds of flipchart's

posted around the room! A Mind

Map of all ideas can be viewed

and distributed quickly and easily.

• Using mind maps in brainstorming

sessions should comply with the

brainstorming rules.

3. Creating a MindMap

• The subject of attention is crystallised in a central image

• The main themes of the subject radiate from the central image on branches

• Branches hold a key image / word printed on the associated line - details radiate out

• The branches form a connected nodal structure.

Guidelines

Process Of Mind Mapping

Just 8 different steps

2. Lighten

Up!

4. Think Fast

3. Free Associat

e

8. Allow Organizat

ion

7. Keep

Moving

5. Break Boundar

ies

6. Don’t Judge

1. Center

First

The Process Of Mind Mapping

Center First

Mind mapping begins with a word or image,

placed in the middle, that symbolizes what you

want to think about

Lighten Up!

Start with an open, creative attitude. Let go of the idea

of solving the entire problem, or writing a report that

everyone will love. This is simply a brain dumping

process that helps stimulate new ideas and connections

Free Associate

Put down all ideas without judgment or evaluation. As

ideas emerge, write one or two word descriptions of

ideas on lines branching from the central focus. Allow

the ideas to expand outward into branches and sub-

branches

Think Fast

Your brain works best in five to seven minute bursts, so

capture the ideas as rapidly as possible. Keywords, symbols

and images provide a mental shorthand for recording ideas

as quickly as possible

Process Of Mind Mapping Break

Boundaries

Don’t Judge

Keep Moving

Allow Organizat

ion

The bigger the workspace, the more ideas you'll

have. Use different colors and styles

Put everything down that comes to mind even if it is

completely unrelated

Keep your hand moving. If ideas slow down, draw

empty lines, and watch your brain automatically find

ideas to put on them

Sometimes, you see relationships and connections

immediately and you can add sub-branches to a main idea.

Sometimes you don't, so you just connect the ideas to the

central focus. Organization can always come later; the first

requirement is to get the ideas out of your head and onto

the paper.

MindMap Guidelines • A Mind Map is open to

free interpretation by each individual.

• Start in the centre with

an image of the topic, using at least three colours.

• Use images, symbols,

codes and dimensions throughout the Mind Map.

• Select key words and

print using upper or lower case letters.

• Each word/image must

be alone and sitting on its own line.

MindMap Guidelines

• The lines must be connected, starting from the central image.

• The central lines are thicker, organic and flowing, becoming thinner as they radiate out from the centre.

MindMap: An Example

MindMap Guidelines • Make the lines the same

length as the word/image.

• Develop your own

personal style of Mind Mapping.

• Use emphasis and show

associations in your Mind Map.

• Keep the Mind Map clear

by using Radiant hierarchy, numerical order or outlines to embrace your branches.

MindMap: An Example

Practical Tips

• In the centre of the page draw an image that describes the general theme of the mind map.

• Create sub-centres for sub-themes. • Use key words or images. • Use lower case letters as they they are

more visually distinctive and easier to remember.

• Use colour to identify themes and associations.

• Use visual aids (e.g. arrows) to link the various elements.

• When one area is exhausted go to another branch.

• If you run out of space, don't start a new sheet; paste more paper onto the map.

• Be creative! Creativity supports memory.

4. MindMap for Teaching

• Class notes will be a better study tool for you if they have the proper content (the main points of a lecture) and are organized in a way that makes sense.

• Try to use “MINDMAPPING” method to have a effective memory of recollecting points.

Mind Map for Teachers

Example

http://www.mindmeister.com/143278182/how-mind-maps-help-teachers

Mind Maps as Teaching Tools

http://mappio.com/mindmap/susanne-edwards/good-teacher-mind-map http://www.legacy-irc.csom.umn.edu/faculty/jbudd/mindmaps/mindmaps.pdf

Example

Mind Map: An Example

Example

5. Mind Mapping Software

• to create diagrams of relationships between ideas or other pieces of information

• mind mapping software can improve learning/study efficiency up to 15% over traditional pen & paper tools.

• software may be classified in to: Open-source software, Free software, and Proprietary (paid) software.

http://mindmap.crazenut.org/ https://www.text2mindmap.com/ http://www.gliffy.com http://bubbl.us http://www.mindmeister.com http://www.thinkature.com http://www.buzanworld.com/Mind_Maps.htm http://blog.iqmatrix.com/mind-map/how-to-

mind-map-a-beginners-guide

For complete list of mind mapping software visit:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Mind_Mapping_software

http://www.dropmind.com

http://www.wikimindmap.org

http://www.topicscape.com/mi

ndmaps/

http://www.mind42.com

http://www.visual-mind.com

https://www.examtime.com

Let’s Try it !! Mind mapping solution for brainstorming, visual thinking, organizing ideas and planning represented by the desktop platform friendly solution and online application

EndNotes • Mind mapping is one of the very best methods

to optimize ones learning capacities and understanding of how the elements of complex structures are connected.