Mind MappingWhat makes a good mind map?

Lesson Objectives

Learn the 7 principles of constructing a mind map

Construct a mind map for a civilisation

Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UCXalYcoko

7 Principles to construct a mind map

1. Start in the centre of a landscape page

2. Use an image or picture for your central idea

3. Use colours throughout

7 Principles to construct a mind map

4. Connect Main Branches to the central image

5. Make branches curve and flow

6. Use 5 key words per line

7. Use pictures throughout

Advantages

Helps you to:

Consolidate your learning

Recall the content

Break down large topics into manageable sizes

Misconceptions

Mind maps are difficult to do

Only useful for visual learners

Colors and drawings are for primary school children

Example

Example

It is your turn!

1. Form into your groups.

2. 1 set of color pencils, 1 piece of paper

3. Assigning • A, B, C India• D, E, F, G China • H, I, J Southeast Asia

4. 15 minutes to complete! (You can use your textbook)

Seating arrangement

Whiteboard

C

B

A

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

Recap: What makes a good mind map?

Content

Organisation/ Visual Appeal

Use of colours

Simple drawings

Closure

Learnt the 7 steps of constructing a mind map

Construct a mind map for Chapter 7 on your own!