http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2012/06/18-free-mind-mapping-tools-for-teachers.html?goback=.gde_108447_member_124997572#
"Mind mapping. concept mapping, or brainstorming are three different
names with almost the same meaning : collecting,organizing , and
representing ideas, tasks, words, or other items linked to and arranged
around a central key word or idea into a mind map diagram . Whichever
kind of mapping you want to label it , web 2.0 has some free tools for
you to help you perform it. I have meticulously compiled a list of some
of the best free mapping tools for teachers and students to use."
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Summary of links to the sites in the article...
1- SpiderScribe
2- Edistorm
3- Wridea
4- Bubbl.us
5- Wise Mapping
6- Lucid Chart
7- Text 2 Mind Map
8-Spicynodes
9- Mind42
10- Popplet
11- ChartTool
12- Chartle
13- Slatebox
14- Gliffy
15- Creately
16- Diagram.ly
17- Mindomo
18- Mindmeister
Note from Nathan: You should also check out this mindmapping software:
XMind - Mind Mapping and Storming - http://www.xmind.net/ - A free and open source mindmapping software for Mac, Windows, and Linux. Portable version also.
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Using mind mapping tools are not only beneficial for teachers in presenting their visual aids in a more systematic and appealing manner, they also enable the students’ retention exponentially in terms of receiving information. Mind mapping tools also heighten the students’ critical thinking skills and metacognition. That’s why it’s a great idea for both teachers and students to utilize these tools.
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