Critical Thinking

Dr. Amira Wasfy - Dr. Walaa Khozaam

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Mind Map –Conceptual Map
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What is the meaning of conceptual map?

Concept maps are visual representations of information. They

can take the form of charts, graphic organizers, tables,
flowcharts, Venn Diagrams, timelines, or T-charts.

Concept maps are especially useful for students who learn better
visually, although they can benefit any type of learner.
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What does mind map explain?
A mind map involves writing down a central theme and
thinking of new and related ideas which radiate out from the
center.
By focusing on key ideas written down in your own words and
looking for connections between them, you can map knowledge
in a way that will help you to better understand and retain
information.
What are mind maps used for?

Mind Mapping is a powerful note-taking method.

Mind Maps not only highlight important facts, but also

show the overall structure of a subject and the relative
importance of individual parts of it.

They are great when you need to think creatively and can
help you to make new connections between ideas.
What are the 3 elements of a mind map?
It has a similar structure, composed of three main elements:
•Topics: The topic is represented by the central concept which is
the parent concept to the ideas that are connected to it.

•Subtopics: (occurrences) The subtopics are the sub ideas

connected to the topics.

•Connecting lines: (associations)

How do you draw a mind map?

[Link] with the main concept: First determine the main

purpose of your mind map and write it down.

2. Add branches to the main concept. Now that you have

determined the main purpose of your mind map, add
branches that will outline the most basic subtopics.

[Link] topics by adding more branches.

[Link] images and colors.

What are the 7 steps to creating a mind map?

How to Mind Map in Seven Steps

[Link] in the center of a blank page.
[Link] an Image or Picture for your central idea.
[Link] Colors throughout. ...
[Link] Main Branches to the central image. ...
[Link] your lines curved. ...
[Link] One Key Word per line. ...
[Link] Images throughout.
Rules of Mind Mapping
•Always use a central image and images throughout
•Put one main topic on each “branch”
•Put sub-topics on their own “sub-branches”
•Use three or more colors
•Use one key word per line
•Print all words clearly
•Leave space for unexpected topics or new thoughts
•Let your mind wander!
How do you write a conceptual map?
5 easy steps for drawing a concept map
[Link] a main concept. Whatever medium you choose, the next step is to
determine the central idea that you want to detail.

[Link] key concepts. Now that you've selected a main concept, the next step
is to write down subordinate concepts.

[Link] shapes and lines.

[Link]-tune the map.

Benefits of Mind Mapping
Learning and Retention:

Mind Mapping increases learning and retention by up to 95% over

conventional note-taking.

The color, structure, and pictures in a Mind Map excite the brain and keep
it interested so that it is more receptive to the information.

Because emotions are dealt with in the same part of the brain as memories,
we tend to remember things that have emotion attached to them. So, when we
are having fun learning and we are happy, so we remember the
information much longer.
Benefits of Mind Mapping
Brainstorming:

The right brain is ignited through the process of Mind Mapping, and so our creativity and imagination are
activated, and our brain is more alert and receptive, which works both alone and with a team.

When we are trying to access the creative ideas of our team, the Mind Mapping process will ensure that all
brains are awake and active.

The activity will also encourage those who do not normally participate to jump in and have fun.

The fact that we are not restricted to one topic at a time means that people do not have to put a thought on “the
back burner” or in the “parking lot”; rather, they can contribute and jump around from one topic to another at
will, which also means that we can cover more material in a shorter amount of time.

Because we are able to keep all topics and subtopics open on our page and in our brains at all times, we
don’t need to schedule more meetings to revisit topics or items that we missed.
Benefits of Mind Mapping
Time
In Mind Mapping, we save up to 95% in time in many ways:

1. We save time by writing only the relevant.

2. key words instead of taking painstaking notes in other words, showing great care and effort.

3. worrying about grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.

4. When reading our notes later, we save time again by reading only the relevant words.

5. More time is saved by having fewer meetings because we accomplish substantially more in less time.

6. We no longer need to type e-mails, letters, or memorandums to communicate the progress of a project,
because it is all shared via the Mind Mapping process.

7. We also save time in the presentation of the project, because the information is synthesized (made) onto
one page for easy and complete comprehension.
Benefits of Mind Mapping
Clarity:

Because we are able to draw links between categories and ideas as

we brainstorm, organize, and progress with the project,

Associations(relevant ideas ) are clear along the way, and

responsibilities and timelines are also plain and evident to all.
Because this is presented in a visual way, it is easier for all to
grasp and remember.
 Planning
Enables strategizing

Analysis Collaboration
Helps to delve P r o m o t e s
deeper into t h e communication a n d
subject t e a m w o r k

M i n d
Productivity
It h e l p s t o b o a s t
Mapping Creativity
I d e a s
productivity I n n o v a t i o n