1. Mind mapping

2. Mind Mapping
 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.
 a central idea or image surrounded by branches of
associated topics or ideas.
 visual representation of hierarchical information
 branches as ideas flow freely
 Concept/idea with branches of associated thoughts
 First coined by Tony Buzan in 1974
 Initially done on paper

3. Advantage- Organization
 Simplified overview
 Reduce complexity
 understand relationships
 find new connections
 Student taking notes
 During studying
 During lecture
 Brainstorming
 Generate more ideas
 Make new connections
 Retention of ideas
 And more …
 Thinking
 Complexity
 Changing ways of working
 Volumes of information
 Change
 Planning
 Creativity and
Innovation
 Learn once, use
everywhere

4. Advantage of using a Software
 Arrange topics in expandable and collapsible
topic trees
 Store much more information
 Avoid visual clutter
 Sub-divide large maps into linked sub-maps
 Embed documents, links, notes and other data
within a topic
 Export your ideas directly to other software like
 Microsoft Word Headings
 Project Management Software
 Present directly instead of using a mindmap

5. Advantage of using a Software …
 Re-arrange the topics in your map at will, until it
perfectly represents your ideas
 Store and update Mindmap contents as needed
 Easier collaboration- email maps
 Group decision making and fast reporting
 Brainstorming events
 For a keyword, keep notes and hide them as
needed

6. Software
 There are many commercial and free (open
source) software available
 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_concept-
_and_mind-mapping_software
 A good start for students
 Free version of xmind
 http://www.xmind.net/