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Mind Mapping. Borrowed with permission from Mrs. Sonny. What is a mind map?. A mind map is a a graphic technique that helps to improve understanding, create clearer thinking and boost memory. You can create a mind map about any topic or subject.
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Mind Mapping • Borrowed with permission from Mrs. Sonny
What is a mind map? • A mind map is a a graphic technique that helps to improve understanding, create clearer thinking and boost memory. • You can create a mind map about any topic or subject. • A mind map allows a person to use a range of cortical skills (word, image, logic, rhythm, color and spatial awareness) to help review a concept.
Supplies Needed • Blank unlined paper • Markers, colored pencils and crayons • Your brain • Your imagination!
7 Steps of Mind Maps • There are seven steps to making a mind map....
Start in the Center • Start in the center of a blank page • Turn the page sideways (landscape) • Why?...Because starting in the center gives your brain freedom spread out in all directions
Central Picture • Use an image or a picture for your central idea • Why?...Because a picture is worth a thousand words and helps you use your imagination • A central image is more interesting, keeps you focused and helps you concentrate
Color • Use color throughout • Why?...Because colors are as exciting to your brain as pictures • Color adds more vibrancy and energy to your mind map
Connect Main Branches • Connect the main branches to your central image • Connect the main level branches to the 2nd level branches; 2nd level branches to the 3rd level branches etc... • Why?...Because your brain works by association • If you connect branches, you will remember things more easily
Curve the Branches • Make the branches curved rather than straight • Why?...Because having nothing but straight lines is boring
One Key word per line • Use one key word or a short phrase per line • Why?...Because single words or phrases gives your brain more power and flexibility
USE Images Throughout • Use graphics throughout your mind map • Why?...Because a picture is worth a thousand words. • 10 images = 10,000 words!
YOUR Mind Map • Create a mind map about ancient Rome
You MUST include the following... • At least 15 pictures • At least 6 colors • At least 6 main branches • At least 2 sub-branches for each main branch
Possible Topics • Roman Republic • Government • Choose an emperor • Religion • Architecture • Roman Army • Battles or wars • Entertainment • Artists • Early Christians • Fall of Rome • Legacy of Rome
Mind Map Hints • Use color for symbolism • Maps are good illustrations • You may cut out pics or draw them on your mind map • Use your IB Design Cycle - MAKE A PLAN!
Any Questions? GET STARTED!