Definition
A mind map is a visual tool that breaks down a large topic into manageable pieces. The tool organizes ideas/concepts to help the user see relationships among all the pieces of information. Once all ideas are visualized, associations between ideas are more easily seen which allows prioritization.
Use When
- Brainstorming and visualizing concepts
- Presenting and communicating ideas
- Outlining reports/documents
- Organizing tasks and project management
- Breaking down a complex topic