Using Mindomo to Engage Students in Higher-Order Thinking

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v13i2.1080

Keywords:

Concept Map, Bloom’s Taxonomy, Online Collaboration, Pedagogical Design

Abstract

Mindomo (www.mindomo.com) is a web-based tool designed to aid in the creation of digital concept maps. This article provides an overview of concept mapping and Mindomo followed by reflections on implementing Mindomo in a digital technology course for pre-service teachers. A SWOT analysis of Mindomo is presented in concept map format, with the goals being to provide information helpful to anyone considering using Mindomo and to encourage instructors to consider how concept mapping might facilitate higher-order thinking in their classes.

Author Biography

Brandon M. Sabourin, University of Windsor

Brandon M. Sabourin is a sessional instructor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada. He teaches courses in digital technology and social media applications. An Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT), Brandon has completed graduate studies including a Masters of Education in Curriculum Studies and a post-graduate certificate in Open and Online Learning. Brandon’s current doctoral research is exploring educational development practices for sessional instructors 

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Published

07/30/2020

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 2 (2020): Compass: Journal of Learning and Teaching

Section

Technology Reviews

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