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Concept Maps |
Concept mapping is a cognitive tool comprised of learning techniques that help develop and organize ideas. These visual and active thinking techniques can be used to create an external representation (or picture) of a set of ideas or a body of knowledge. By generating representations, tools such as concept maps, graphic organizers, webbing, idea maps, and other visual diagrams help to structure thoughts, illustrate ideas in-depth, and show relationships between and among them.
By the time you finish the Concept Maps module you will be able to:
- Understand what a concept map is and describe its uses and applications
- Define and apply a variety of basic terms and ideas related to concept maps
- Create concept maps for your own use
Constructing, interpreting, and critiquing concept maps are all ways to learn about them, how to use them, and why to use them. First, read the materials on concept maps. As you read through the Information about Concept Maps, complete the activities to practice making and reading concept maps.
Activity 5:
Check your understanding of concept maps by completing Activity 5 (ANGEL Quiz).
The materials for the iStudy for Success modules were originally developed at the Jack P. Royer Center for Learning and Academic Technologies.
Additional materials were developed and assistance was provided by the University Learning Centers (ULC), University Park.
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