Mind+Mapping

= Mind Mapping  =

__What is brainstorming/mind mapping?__
As per wikipedia, [|Brainstorming] is a [|group creativity technique] designed to generate a large number of [|ideas] for the solution of a [|problem]. In 1953 the method was popularized by [|Alex Faickney Osborn] in a book called //Applied Imagination.// Osborn proposed that groups could double their creative output with brainstorming

__Reasons for Use__
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 * Why mind mapping online? See Tony Buzan's video below (founder of mindmapping)
 * Students can move and re-structure content easily.
 * Students can add further detail without running out of space.
 * Students can share their maps with you or each other to add comments or annotations.

__Ease of Use__
Finding the appropriate tool(s) to use to conduct a brainstorming session is important. There are a variety of online and offline resources for teachers and students to use.

__Resources__

 * [|Bubbl.us] - collaborative mapping
 * [|Gliffy] - collaborative mapping
 * [|Mayomi] A free flash-based mind mapping tool that lets you map out ideas, projects, research topics, or anything else that can be dug into. Great for students when it comes to writing essays.
 * Mind 42 A free mind map maker with an emphasis on the collaboration. Google instant messenger is built in and if you are a Wikipedia fan there is also an option to attach an article.
 * [|Mindmeister] - collaborative mapping
 * [|Mindomo] - interactive mind mapping software
 * [|Exploratree] - thinking guides
 * [|Text2Mind] - for those who prefer text
 * [|Mappio] - archive of mind maps
 * Interactive Whiteboard like a Smartboard with Notebook software
 * Flipchart Paper
 * Kidspiration software
 * Inspiration software