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| Using ICT to enhance learning |
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| Mind Mapping using OpenMind 2 |
| What is Mind Mapping? |
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- Accelerated learning technique
- Appropriate for all curriculum areas
- Ideal for thought showers, reviewing learning, revision, organising (summarising) concepts and large pieces of text
- Technique identified in the key stage 3 strategy
- These tools are particularly valuable for dyslexic students, and dyslexic.com provides a helpful comparison of some of the alternatives.
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This type of software can be used for whole-class brainstorming where ideas are linked together rather than merely listed, and for individual students to construct concept maps from which you can diagnose misconceptions. You can also provide students with a prepared diagram that shows linked ideas visually, and then ask them to add notes about each item in their own words, which pop up when they want to refer to them.
OpenMind2 - Brainstorm, organize and present your ideas!
MatchWare OpenMind is a powerful, visual learning tool designed to help you develop and organize ideas. Based on the proven Mind Mapping ® theory, it enhances creativity, clarifies thinking and improves memory. Use if for prewriting, drafting and outlining documents.
OpenMind has been optimized for planning and organizing websites or multimedia projects. Choose from a variety of ready-to-use templates, easy-to-use wizards and professional clipart to improve your layout. You can export your completed Mind Map to Microsoft® Word, HTML, Mediator or Microsoft® PowerPoint.
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| Brainstorming |
HTML (Includes Wizard) |
| Planning websites |
Microsoft® Word (Includes templates) |
| Storyboarding presentations |
Microsoft® PowerPoint |
| Overviewing ideas |
RTF |
| Improving memory and concentration |
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| Organizing and outlining ideas |
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| Simplifying decision-making |
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| Critical thinking |
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OpenMind2
This type of software can be used for whole-class brainstorming where ideas are linked together rather than merely listed, and for individual students to construct concept maps from which you can diagnose misconceptions. You can also provide students with a prepared diagram that shows linked ideas visually, and then ask them to add notes about each item in their own words, which pop up when they want to refer to them.
You can access OpenMind2 by going to Start > Programs > Matchware > OpenMind2
Tutorials
You can access tutorials in school by going to
You can access tutorials online by going to the OpenMind2 website.
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