#129 – Digital Mind Mapping

Digital Mind Mapping 

In today’s episode, we’ll explore five digital mind mapping tools as well as seven strategies for using these in your classroom.  

Tools

In this episode, we explore the following tools:

• Mindomo
• MindMeister
• Creately
• Popplet
• Google or Microsoft Products

Integration Ideas

• Process notes.
• Generate research questions.
• Brainstorm possible solutions.
• Combine with KWL strategy.
• Brainstorm answers to “The Big 6” questions.
• Use when breaking down both sides of a debate.
• Use when essay planning.

For more information about using mind maps in the writing process, explore the AVID Open Access article, Pre-Write With Purpose: Step 1 in Powering Up and Enhancing the Writing Process With Technology.