Title: Why mind mapping works: the benefits of mind mapping - Ayoa Blog
Headings: Why mind mapping works: the benefits of mind mapping
January 10, 2020
Why mind mapping works: the benefits of mind mapping
Radiant thinking: mind maps explained
Memory
Creativity
Learning
Teaching
Planning and organization
Presenting
Problem-solving
How to harness the benefits mind mapping
References

Content: Teaching
As a pedagogical (learning) tool, the visibility of mind mapping provides an effective approach to promoting better understanding in students. The flexibility of this tool means that it possesses several uses in the classroom, such as for teachers explaining work to students in lessons, and devising future lesson plans and revision guides. Using mind mapping software in the classroom is also a successful way to support children’s exploration and presentation of ideas. In a study, Ralston and Cook (2007)8 found that an exercise involving mind mapping software provided a useful focus for pupils to organize their thoughts and to present information clearly and attractively. It also facilitated communication between pupils. Ayoa’s mind mapping tools are flexible and easy to use, making them a great aid for educators and students at all levels. A teacher from Ysgol Gyfun Bro Morgannwg School in Wales in the UK has noted that: “ [ Mind mapping in] iMindMap [now Ayoa] facilitates teachers when explaining work as they can pictorially represent a lesson plan, while for students it encourages freedom of expression when planning their work.” Planning and organization
Evidence shows that mind mapping can be used to help you plan and organize your thinking before you start writing or get stuck into a project. This is because you can use the technique to develop all your ideas and see where they relate to each other before deciding the best way to go about the task at hand.