Visual recall of class information

Overview

Problem: How can students visualize and recall the organization of complex material?

Images VS Text Images (pictures and diagrams) are easier to recall than pages of text.

Solution: Concept diagrams Mind Maps Concept Maps

Advantages: Visualize and organize the material As a presentation tool Physical connections Colors As a presentation tool Photos Web links

Integrating concept diagrams with Power Points Both can be used alone for presentations Integrating both

Uses: Taking notes Studying Exam preparation Draw diagrams Compare to class diagram Missing items need to be studied

Software Many available for both PC and Mac Search “Mind Maps” or “Concept Maps” Many are free DL office has this software