Learning Skills
Concept mapping
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What is it?
Concept mapping or mindmapping is a way of representing knowledge visually. It can be described as a process through which one or more people via brainstorming create a 'map' with key words and ideas that represent and link to a concept.
Why do it?
Because it is a useful tool for assisting and enhancing many of the types of learning and thinking that study at university requires.
Why they are useful?
- Study Aid: assists effective note taking, summarising newly learned ideas and concepts or can lend some structure or purposeful activity to help reflective thinking.
- Brainstorming Support: provides a useful format and direction for planning and generating new ideas.