This document provides an overview of mind mapping, including what it is, how it can be used, and examples. It begins by defining mind mapping as a visual thinking tool that helps structure information to better analyze, comprehend, synthesize, recall, and generate new ideas. It then discusses how mind maps link concepts through associations to prompt deeper thinking and exploration of ideas. Finally, it provides instructions on how to draw a basic mind map and lists examples of mind mapping software tools.

1. Mind Mapping

2. What is Mind Map?
• A mind map is a graphical way to represent
ideas and concepts. It is a visual thinking tool
that helps structuring information, helping
you to better analyze, comprehend,
synthesize, recall and generate new ideas.
• Just as in every great idea, its power lies in its
simplicity.

3. Sample Mind Maps

4. • The combination of words and pictures is six times
better for remembering information than words alone.
• Mind maps link and group concepts together through
natural associations. This helps generate more ideas,
find deeper meaning in your subject, and also prompt
you to fill in more or find what you're missing.
• A mind map can at once give you an overview of a
large subject while also holding large amounts of
information.
• It's also a very intuitive way to organize your thoughts,
since mind maps mimic the way our brains think—
bouncing ideas off of each other, rather than thinking
linearly.
• You can generate ideas very quickly with this
technique and are encouraged to explore different
creative pathways.

5. How to Draw a Mind Map
• Start in the middle of a blank page, writing or drawing the idea you intend
to develop. I would suggest that you use the page in landscape orientation.
• Develop the related subtopics around this central topic, connecting each of
them to the center with a line.
• Repeat the same process for the subtopics, generating lower-level
subtopics as you see fit, connecting each of those to the corresponding
subtopic.
• Use colors, drawings and symbols copiously. Be as visual as you can, and
your brain will thank you. I’ve met many people who don’t even try, with
the excuse they’re "not artists". Don’t let that keep you from trying it out!.
• Keep the topics labels as short as possible, keeping them to a single word –
or, better yet, to only a picture. Especially in your first mind maps, the
temptation to write a complete phrase is enormous, but always look for
opportunities to shorten it to a single word or figure – your mind map will
be much more effective that way.
• Vary text size, color and alignment. Vary the thickness and length of the
lines. Provide as many visual cues as you can to emphasize important
points. Every little bit helps engaging your brain.

6. Mind Mapping Software
1. Bubbl.us - A flash based brainstorming tool that you can
share with others and also embed in to your site.
2. Cayra.net - A desktop-only app that runs on Windows XP or
Vista.
3. CmapTools - Free to universities, students, federal
employees, and individuals for personal use.
4. CompendiumInstitute.org - A free mind mapping and
brainstorming tool from the Open University.
5. DebateMapper.com - A bit of a different mapper in that it
focuses on mapping out debates, whether they be political
or business.
6. Gliffy.com - Draw & share all sorts of diagrams and mind
maps.
7. Mapul.com - Based on Microsoft's Silverlight, offers basic
and premium packages, can handle images, hyperlinks and
more

7. 8, Mind42.com - Allows for multiple users,
embedding into sites, and inclusion of items such
as Wikipedia entries.
9. Mindomo.com - Basic accounts are free
10. MindMeister.com - Basic package is free to
everyone,
11. MindPlan.com - Free for personal use. Integrates
with Lotus Notes and has XML import and export.
12 RecallPlus.com - Geared towards students.
Features note organization, 3D tools, and flash
card studying in the paid versions.
13. WiseMapping.com - Completely web-based so you
can use it from any computer with a browser.
Allows for numerous distinctions between topics

8. Other Software
• Mindjet (Windows/Mac/iOS)
• XMind (Windows/Mac/Linux)
• Coggle (Webapp)
• Freemind (Windows/Mac/Linux)
• MindNode (Mac/iOS)

9. Sample Mind Maps

11. Exercise
• https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how
_great_leaders_inspire_action?language=en
• View the video and draw a Mind Map, for
remembering the contents.

12. One Mind Map for the TEDx Talk!
Compare your Mind Map and see how different and how better is that!

13. Additional Videos on Mind Map
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAUsZ9eiorY
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wZ5wV5dPZc
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14. • For further information and inspiration, check out
these mind map galleries and other resources, which
illustrate the many ways you can use mind maps in
your life:
• Mappio - mind map gallery
• Mind Map Art - gallery of beautiful hand-drawn
mind maps
• MindMappingStrategies - a blog about mind
mapping
• Mind-Mapping.org - one of the most extensive
resources about mind mapping software
• Learning Fundamentals - tricks of the trade for mind
mapping, particularly on paper

15. Worth Viewing!!!!
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bB_fVDl
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