Mind maps are graphical representations of ideas linked to a central concept. They use images, colors, and branches to visually organize key words, phrases, and concepts. Mind maps are more brain-friendly than linear notes as they reflect how the brain processes and remembers information using associations. Creating mind maps improves learning by requiring the user to analyze, connect, and impose structure on information in a way that encourages creative thinking and problem-solving over rote memorization.

1. MIND MAPPING
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2. What are mind
maps?

3. What are mind
maps?
 Mind maps are not spider diagrams.
 A mind map is a diagram used to represent
themes of understanding linked a central key
word or idea
 Mind maps are, by definition, a graphical
method of taking notes. Their visual basis helps
one to distinguish words or ideas, often with
colours and symbols.
 They generally take a hierarchical or tree branch
format, with ideas branching into their
subsections

4. Key features of mind maps
 The process starts around a central idea or picture
 Key themes are established through branches with sub branches
 Key terminology is used
 Single words or phrases
 Themes are connected through colours
 Images reinforce meaning
 It allows you to freely associate and link ideas

5. Key features of mind maps
Mind mapping is about the ability to analyse and make
connections, to use knowledge effectively, to solve
problems and think effectively.
It requires skill to search out meaning and impose
structure.
It goes beyond learning information by rote and equips
students to deal systematically with problems and adopt a
critical attitude to argument and information.

6. Why use mind maps?
– More brain friendly.
– The brain is capable of processing hundreds of images a
second.
– The organisation reflects how the brain remembers,
linking facts/memories
– Easy to review
– The process of creating a mind map deepens learning

7. How to
create a
mind map ?
 Start with a large piece of paper in a landscape
position.
 Create a large colourful central image
 Create main branches for ideas in different
colours ( use the same colour for sub
branches)
 Use key words only and adapt the size of the
word based on importance
 Use images that remind you of the key topics (
you don’t have to be an artist)
 Use arrows and symbols to connect ideas
 Leave space to add to your mind map

8. MIND MAPPING
BASICS

10. Find a style
which works
for you.

11. Video example

12. THANKS
FOR
YOUR ATTENTION
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