Mind Mapping (Module 3)

Challenge & Selection

I will use the mind mapping tool in problem-based questions In Math. The challenge that  I am facing is how to train the students in applying this technique, and how to help the  students in arranging their ideas using key concepts, graphs and connections between  them to visualize their thinking. I am using this tool in my online Math classes among my  students.

How you Mind Mapping works?

to have a closer look at how this tool is working, kindly see the link below:

https://youtu.be/xCyjFipytRE

Application

Working in an online environment can be challenging to both teachers and students. This  is why I am planning to apply the following techniques to train my students to use the  Mind Mapping tool:

1. Understanding the meaning of the question, students will find the core words and known

conditions and implied conditions in the title as a branch of the graph, and simplify the  whole topic into a clear picture, provide a concise and clear environment. So, Construct a  Review Map

2. Creating possible solving ideas map, students will formulate a scientific and reasonable

solution plan. So, construct a problem-solving ideas map.

3. Building a reflection map that consists of reflecting both review map and solutions’ ideas

map. Students will sum up the necessary knowledge points and ideas and strive to be able  infer the ability to solve problems.

Insight

Mind mapping tool helped students in clearing their thinking. It also helped in giving

them deeper understanding of the topic given. It promoted the way of solving question. Mind  map helps in brainstorming of ideas between students; thus, it encourages collaborative work,  secure communications and passing of ideas between participants. Students who used this tool  had better memory retention and became faster in taking notes. Because of brainstorming  sessions, creative ideas are presented, and accordingly cognitive skills of students are promoted.

Approach more effective

Visual representation of any mind map tool affects in attracting or not attracting students. Using  different colors to represent the map can help the student. To spur creative thinking, students are  advised to include images and symbols in their map.

To build a mind map, we need to perform the following steps:  Step 1: Write the name of the topic (central idea) in the middle. Step 2: From the central topic,  draw the main branches that link the topics. On each main branch writing a word, the phrase  reflects an essential content of the topic.

Step 3: From each main branch, draw additional branches (sub-branch 1) to clarify that main  branch.  Step 4, 5 Continue drawing branches level 2, 3 etc.

