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
• 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.