In bubbl.us we can indicate relationships and hierarchy using different colors and sizes.
- We can have max. 3 mindmaps in the free version.
- Online collaboration works in the premium version only.
- Images can only be attached when using the premium version.
We can create a mind maps (or concept map) to support brainstorming, or to summarize a topic.
When teaching a foreign language we can ask students to create a mind map of the words they already know in a certain topic. Later this can be extended as their vocabulary is getting richer.
Mind map
What is a mind map?
A mind map is a visual tool for structuring thoughts. It is a hierarchical diagram of everything that has been discussed. Key ideas/text/symbols/colours helps trigger mind flow and more detailed explanation to the presenter.
What is it good for?
As a study aid — the visual element is great at triggering memories.
Researching new products and developing new ideas — as you discuss topics, they are recorded, allowing you to track idea development more easily, and for visualization for multiple people.
As a problem-solving tool — helpful in brainstorming problems and building on ideas to determine solutions.
As a presentation method — one is able to show how a process was developed, visualizing alternatives and topics discussed.
- Start with a focus - This idea or thought needs to be the center of your mind map.
- Plot sub-groups - From your main idea, you will determine key areas, which are sub-groups of your focus.
- Develop further - Each of your sub-groups will likely to have their own set of sub-groups (use of a single keyword).
- Expand – Add additional facts, pictures, symbols etc.
- Add connections between (sub)groups to present interrelations.
An example
source: https://www.biggerplate.com/mindmaps/KqfPO5IW/covid-19
Did you know?
1970 - British psychologist Tony Buzan popularized the term mind map.
