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What a concept map is.
A concept map shows a main idea, the related concepts around it and the relationships between them. Short linking phrases such as causes, includes or produces turn the connections into readable statements.
It is useful when understanding depends on how ideas relate, not just on listing them. A concept map can explain a process, a system or a project boundary in one view.
- Standard
- Buzan radial + markmap-compat tree
- Engine
- schematex-mindmap
- Editable
- Double-click text, drag nodes
- Export
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Who uses concept maps.
Processes and systems explained through concepts and the relationship phrases that connect them.
Goals, deliverables, limits and stakeholders connected before detailed planning begins.
Energy and matter moving through an ecosystem, with each level linked to the next.
How to make a concept map in three steps.
Describe it
One paragraph is enough to start.
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Say what changes
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Common questions
What is a concept map?
A concept map is a diagram of concepts and the relationships between them. Linking phrases explain how the ideas connect.
How do I make a concept map?
Start with the main concept, add the related ideas, then label each connection with a short phrase such as causes, needs, includes or leads to.
What is the difference between a concept map and a mind map?
A mind map groups related ideas around a topic. A concept map focuses on the meaning of the connections between concepts.
When should I use a concept map?
Use one when you need to explain relationships in a process, system, subject or project instead of simply listing topics.
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