Dated but Effective Application of Concept Maps

While the software discussed in this article and the supporting program are dated, the learning strategies discussed are supremely adapted for all types of content areas and all levels of le... See More

While the software discussed in this article and the supporting program are dated, the learning strategies discussed are supremely adapted for all types of content areas and all levels of learning. I used concept maps often with my classes as we built foundations of knowledge and tied physics ideas together; consequently, I would recommend this article as a great starting place for learning more about creating a ‘knowledge soup’ and encouraging student collaboration among cooperative groups and within the classroom. A creative teacher can apply the ideas discussed in the article to any communication media at hand – paper charts, white boards, smart boards, connected electronic devices, iPads etc. etc. etc. Internet computer access and WiFi infrastructures within learning environments support concept mapping which in turn is a terrific learning tool for all students, especially when developing higher order thinking skills and spiraling material.