Visual thinking enhances creativity, planning, and recall. This course introduces Mind Mapping® as a technique to organise ideas, improve memory, and structure complex information. Participants will use Mind Mapping® across various scenarios with guided practice and reflection.
Learning Outcomes:
Understand the principles of Mind Mapping®
Create effective maps for personal and professional use
Apply Mind Mapping® to planning, problem-solving, and note-taking
Use visual techniques to boost memory and creativity
Adapt Mind Mapping® to digital tools and formats
Key Topics:
Origins and science of Mind Mapping®
Mind Mapping® principles and structure
Applications in brainstorming and learning
Case studies and real-life examples
Digital tools for Mind Mapping®
1. Introduction and Benchmarking
- Ice breaker
- Benchmark Tests
2. Principles of Mind Mapping®
- Presentation
- Discussion
3. Six Laws of Mind Mapping®
- Mind Map Demonstration
- Individual Practice
4. Planning and Organizing with Mind Maps®
- Mind Map Demonstration
- Small Group Practice
- Discussion
5. Presentation and Note Taking with Mind Maps®
- Mind Map Demonstration
- Individual Practice
- Discussion
6. Mind Maps® as an Ideation and Thinking Tool
- Brainstorming
- Discussion
- Presentation
7. Problem Solving Mind Maps®
- Mind Map Presentation
- Small Group Practice
- Small Group presentation
8. Review & Applications
- Presentation
- Peer Sharing
- Reflection