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Mindmeister

http://www.mindmeister.com/



Description:

An online mind mapping tool enabling collaboration.

Suggested Curriculum Applications:

  • essay writing planner - pairs
  • collaborative mind map based on a novel study or topic
  • excursion planner
  • group planning for a science experiment Mindmeister_sign_up.png
  • revising for a test
  • pre and post testing for a topic
  • organising ideas and resources
  • group planning for a project either at school or for homework
  • whole class, small groups, pairs or individuals can work on a mind map to suit their purpose

Roadtested by:

Teacher(s) and class trialed with. Optional comment from teacher or student.

Registration requirements/To use:


Sign up requires name, email, user name and password.

Free version:
  • Up to 3 mind maps
  • Share and collaborate on maps
  • Import from Freemind and MindManager™


Premium version (US$59/year):
  • Unlimited mind maps
  • Import and Export from Freemind and MindManager™
  • Enhanced security
  • Upload files and images
  • Create and edit maps offline

Pitfalls:


Can only have 3 free online mind maps. Offline version only available for premium option.

Instructions:

A Tour of MindMeister from MindMeister on Vimeo.

​How to make a mind map- excellent blog post and 10 minute video about using Mindmeister for writing planning. Demonstrates some of the features.

Best online collaboration tools mind map- an example of a collaborative mind map on the site. Includes links to a range of collaboration tools.