Concept mapping is a activity where students process previously received information (knowledge) into a clear, visual schema. It helps students to organize information and better understand how it is interconnected.
• Students work individually. • Give each student an A3 sheet. • Ask students to write down and connect the different terms/concepts related to the subject matter: what is related to what? This way, certain terms/concepts can be connected to multiple others. • Regularly check progress as a teacher, for example by walking around or discussing examples centrally. This way, you prevent misunderstandings.
• Optionally, let students add colors or icons to certain terms, concepts, or connections to make it even clearer and easier to remember. • Optionally, work on it over multiple lessons or continuously, for example by adding to it each week. This also makes it a handy framework for students • Concept mapping takes practice and time: initially, do it together by starting on the board
A3 sheet per person (+pen, pencil, or markers)