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Mind Mapping

Completed by 24 learners

Ages 8-13

Self-Paced Class

In this course students will learn how to mind map and get hands on practice with this fun note- taking method!

Jennifer Wynands (Author Jenny Mouse)

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(532 reviews)

4 pre-recorded lessons

4 weeks of teacher support

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What's included

4 pre-recorded lessons

4 weeks

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Homework

1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the class

Grading

Students will submit their mind maps, and will receive feedback. They will only receive a grade if requested.

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6

Beginner Level

This is a workshop style class. Over the four weeks students will learn what mind mapping is, why it works, and how to use it to improve their learning and memory. Students will use colors, drawings, and words to make their version of the mind map unique to them. Students will post their mind maps in the classroom after the lesson. Students will comment on each other's mind maps, and learn to make constructive suggestions to others. Students will create four different mind maps. Each week includes 5-15 minutes of instructional video as a guide to mind mapping. Some weeks will also include an additional mind mapping walk through video and readings. 


I recommend setting aside 45 min- 1 hour to complete this class each week.

Learning Goals

How to make a mind map

Using mind mapping as a note taking tool

Syllabus

4 Lessons

over 4 Weeks

Lesson 1:

How to Make a Mind Map

 Students will learn the structure of mind maps and will create a mind map to plan their dream birthday party! They will be given a sample mind map structure, and an example from the teacher, but are encouraged to use their creativity to make their mind map their own.

Lesson 2:

Note Taking with Mind Maps

 Students will learn how to put information from an article or video into a mind map. In this lesson students will create a mind map based on an article about rhinos. The teacher will walk the students through this mind map and how to format it. Students will then create a mind map on an animal of their choosing.

Lesson 3:

Improve Memory with Mind Mapping

 Students will create a before and after mind map about the environment. In this class students will create a "before" mind map that includes facts that they already know about the environment. They will then watch a video about the environment and will create a second mind map about it including all of the new things they have learned.

Lesson 4:

Study or Plan a Project with Mind Mapping

 Students will mind map their homework! Students will be introduced to the "Who, what, when, where, why, how" mind map. They will choose something they have learned in their school/ on Outschool (this is really useful if they are studying for a test). They will take a recording and post it in the classroom, using their mind map to teach the teacher about the topic they have chosen!

Other Details

Learning Needs

Mind mapping a recommended technique to use for students who have dysgraphia. It is also great for students who benefit from visual learning which may include individuals with dyslexia.

Supply List

Paper, colored pencils

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Jennifer Wynands (Author Jenny Mouse)

Joined September, 2019

4.8

532reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Taking psychology completely changed my own approach to learning, and I was 19 years old when I took my first psychology class! I want to help children strengthen their brain so they don't have to wait so long to learn the best way to learn. I studied Child and Youth Studies at University, and took every psychology elective that I could fit in my schedule. I have remained fascinated with the brain, and I hope my students will feel the same way!