Tool 17:
Mind Mapping
When to use
Purpose
Time
Resources
Stages 3 & 4
A tool that can be used to develop
thinking about a central idea,
concept or issue.
Various
Various - paper, markers, online tool
A mind map is a diagram used to visually outline connected thoughts. It usually begins with a few words
– an idea, concept or issue – placed in the centre and then associated ideas and concepts are added.
The ideas are connected to each other in a way that tells a story.
Mind maps can be drawn by hand, as “rough notes” during a meeting or on a large sheet of paper on
a wall, or as higher quality pictures when more time is available. There are free online mapping tools
also available.
Examples of mind maps13
13. #1: https://www.mindmeister.com/blog/tony-buzan-tribute/
#2:https://www.researchgate.net/publication/324059029_Transformation_of_the_urban_character_of_Arab_Cities_since_the_late_last_century/figures?lo=1
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