Tuesday, 5 April 2011

Animations and Simulations Concept Map & Swot anaysis



Earlier in week 2 I used bubble.us for a mind map, whilst it served the purpose of what I needed for a pedagogy principles activity, I actually prefer text2mindmap better, especially with linear information that can be created in word and then copy/past on-line. I think this would be an effective tool for secondary students to use, as it has a more mature feel to it and would be great as a schema to deconstruct information.


Strengths
·         instant outcome
·         effective to transform linear text
·         basic elements and easy to use to 
        present a step by step process or 
        instructions
·         can be used for individual
or group work
·         student and teacher tool
Weaknesses

·         unable to save uncompleted map
on-line
·         basic graphics
·         has no shelf life
Opportunities

·         can be used as a schema tool to deconstruct information
·         create word/text posters for classroom
·         student and teacher tool
·         can set up a page in wiki for collaborative ideas/info then transfer into map map

Threats

·         can change and mess up design if not kept on freeze fame and have to start again
·         to use with a final outcome in mind


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