Thinking Maps Visual Thinking Tools A presentation By Violet DeLuna A strategy that makes learning any subject easier.

Thinking MapsVisual Thinking Tools

A presentation

By Violet DeLuna

A strategy that makes

learning any subject easier.

What are they used for?

• Reading comprehension• The writing process • Problem solving• Developing higher

order thinking skills

The eight Thinking Mapsare based on fundamental

cognitive skills such as comparing and

contrasting, sequencing,

classifying, and cause-effect reasoning.

Benefits•Students learn more effectively and more efficiently

•Objectives are covered in less time with greater retention

•Thought processes are represented similarly throughout all lessons and subjects

•Easy to promote interdisciplinary learning

•Teachers and parents can quickly see if students are learning

•Students acquire lifelong thinking tools

Samples of Thinking Maps

• To view a slide show of Thinking Map samples, click on the following link:

• New Rochelle School District slideshow

( URL: www.mapthemind.com )

Circle Map - Defining in Context

Bubble Map - Describing Qualities

Double Bubble - Comparing and Contrasting

Tree Map - Classifying

Brace Map: Part-Whole

Flow Map – Sequencing (Cause and Effect)

Flow Map – Sequencing (Summarizing)

Bridge Map - Analogies

Ready to try it?

Your task: Create a double bubble comparing and

contrasting your winter holiday with another winter holiday. Color code the double bubble when you are through.

References

• Map the Mind website