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Mind mapping tools can be used for structuring ideas, reports, theses
and presentations visually. Some software also has project management functionality allowing you to create Gantt charts and feed into MS Project.
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There are many different mind mapping tools. We recommend:
- MindGenius - available on all university Windows PCs
- MindMeister - a free alternative for Mac users.
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We offer the following workshops for mind mapping software:
For dates and workshop bookings, click here.
Mind Mapping with Mind Genius
This workshop looks at how to use
MindGenius as a tool for planning and structuring ideas for reports,
theses and presentations, which can then be converted automatically into
Word or PowerPoint.
Would benefit:
All staff and students looking for alternative ways of organising or
processing information, or who support students who would benefit from
alternative methods of organising or processing information.
Topics covered:
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What is mind mapping?
- Creating a map with MindGenius
- Editing a map
- Using map styles and templates
- Adding notes and attachments
- Exporting to Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Prerequisites: None.
The following MindGenius workbooks (aimed at students) are also available:
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Project Management with MindGenius
This workshop, being developed in collaboration with the IS Project Management Office, will introduce using Mind Genius as a cost effective
alternative for project managers who do not have access to Microsoft
Project.
Dates and documentation for this workshop will be released shortly.
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MindMeister
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Although we recommend MindGenius, we also
have information in our document library about Mind Meister, which is
free to download from www.mindmeister.com and is a good alternative for Mac users or those wanting to create mind maps on an iPad.
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 Download the MindMeister document
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