The document outlines a rubric for evaluating mind maps with criteria rated on a scale of 1 to 4 or 1 to 7. It evaluates aspects such as the use of key images and metaphors, the prominence and relation of the central image to the key idea, the depth of understanding shown through key words, the grasp and organization of content from most to least complex, and the clarity and meaningfulness of connections between ideas and the central image through uses of color, codes, or links.

1. Rubric for Mind Map

2. Rubric for Mind Map Ideas have key images (use of metaphor, humour, cut-outs from magazines, etc.) 4 The central image stands out meaningfully and it is clearly related to the key idea. 3 The key words used by the student show a deep understanding of the content. 2 The mind map shows a solid grasp of all the content covered 1 No Yes Criteria #

3. Rubric for Mind Map No Yes Criteria # Ideas radiate out from most to least complex 7 Ideas are clearly connected to central image and ideas. 6 The student makes use of effectively color, codes or links to meaningfully clarify connections for all aspects of the mind map. 5

4. Adapted from Beyond Monet, Barrie Bennet and Carol Rolheiser, VisuTroX, 2001