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Concept Mapping

What is it?

A concept map is a visual representation of knowledge. The process enables students to organize and structure information and the relationships between them. This may be done in a graphical manner i.e., using images, photos, colour etc. to highlight differing concepts and their linkages or by identifying key the concepts by name or title and enclosing them in a visual box then providing connecting navigation to lesser concepts.

Advantages & Challenges

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Challenges

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Tips for Use

Clearly outline the specific concepts and relationships that students should demonstrate in their concept maps, aligning with assessment objectives.
Provide students with examples of concept maps to show them what the process entails.
Consider using this assessment as part of a larger assessment, it could be used to formulate ideas in advance.
Allow students to express their understanding creatively through various formats and visual elements in their concept maps.

Resources

University of Warwick: Concept maps (warwick.ac.uk)

Chan C.(2008) Assessment: Concept Map, Assessment Resources@HKU, University of Hong Kong: TALIC – Assessment Resource Centre (hku.hk)

Sample Rubrics

Chan C.(2008) Assessment: Concept Map, Assessment Resources@HKU, University of Hong Kong: TALIC – Assessment Resource Centre (hku.hk)

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