Mind Mapping

Mind Maps are an excellent way of brainstorming, or note-taking when studying or reading something analytically. Because of their visual nature, they make it much easier to digest and recall information. They are also fantastic for enabling subjects to be viewed in different ways, from different angles and for new and insightful connections to be made.

Anyone with a creative streak will love mind maps, as they encourage the use of colour, pictures and the free-form flow of ideas. Free mind mapping apps are powerful tools to have on the iPad. Visio also has “brainstorming” templates that can be used to record ideas in this fashion.

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For example, this very basic mind map was created using “SimpleMind+”. Far more engaging to record study notes using this method than creating simple lists of data!

 

 

Tips for Mind Mapping

• One central theme per map
• Branches equal singular idea threads
• Use words with impact; aim for short, strong phrases
• Use colour
• Add imagery if possible