purpose:

To get information out of your head in a visual, logical manner. You can use this technique around anything and during any phase of your project. This can be done either in group format or individually with a comparison at the end.

how to:

• Create a main idea or question and place it in a circle at the center of a sheet of paper

• Around the central idea, place smaller circles that feature the main themes

• From each theme, produce at least 2 sub-topics or related ideas [1]

sources:

[1] “Mind Mapping.” Mind Mapping - How to Mind Map, www.mindmapping.com/.

[2] Geoff. “10 Tips for Highly Effective Mindmapping Sessions.” GearFire Tips for Students RSS, www.gearfire.net/10-tips-highly-effective-mindmapping-sessions/.