The use Inspiration to create diagrams and documents is definitely a plus for any student. there are several benefits that can be derived from creating a concept map. 1. It allows students to identify the main ideas in a passage. 2. It allows to to clearly identify the links /details that would suppoert the main idea. Due to the layout it would allow them to brainstorm ideas that further support those already given the text. It allows them to create a visual structure of their ideas, while allowing others to have inputs.
As a teacher It can be used as an instructional tool, in which pupils are allowed to see the flow or sequencing of ideas. It can be used as a model which students may follow to structure their thoughts, thereby gaining meaningful insight into what they are reading.
Just wanted to add the link, I found it quite interesting .
ReplyDeletehttp://istudy.psu.edu/FirstYearModules/ConceptMap/ConceptInfo.htm.