Year Two, Report Two, Learning Activity Four

Recognise Governing Variables or Barriers

2. Mind-Mapping is an excellent medium for visualising Espresso
I have been interested in the usefulness of mind-mapping for some time, but have never put it to any particular use. My research into learning styles would suggest that I am not a strongly visual learner; a review of my website might confirm this, as I don’t make a lot of use of pictures and diagrams in my work.
I embarked on the mind-mapping not sure how long it would take and unsure how helpful I would find the results. Here is what I found: -
• The software made mind mapping quick and simple to use.
• I have learned much about the content of Espresso just by doing the mind – mapping.
• The mind – mapping tool allows you to put a great deal of information onto one page.

I am a convert! I found it so useful that I used the same tool to make maps of my literature review whilst trawling the Internet for information. I found it quick and simple to use. I was able to show the associations between different pieces of literature.

Thoughts following reflection: -
• Mind mapping is a tool that I have neglected; I will use it much more now that I have recognised its worth.