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This presentation explains how to use two Web 2.0 tools, Bubbl.us and Popplet, to create concept maps.

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Concept Maps and Web 2.0 Tools

Using Bubbl.us and Popplet in the Classroom

This presentation explains how to use two Web 2.0 tools, Bubbl.us and Popplet, to create concept maps.

Photo by Kathy Cassidy

Concept Map Uses

Prewriting
Organizing information
Building knowledge
Summarizing information

Concept maps have traditionally been used in the classroom for a variety of purposes. They are often used as a brainstorming tool during prewriting. They can be used to organize information when reading or taking notes. They can be used to build knowledge about a topic or unit as well as to summarize information at the end of a unit.

Why 2.0 Tools?

Collaborative
Flexible
Multimodal
Engaging

Web 2.0 tools can enable traditional concept maps to become an even more effective learning tool. Tools such as Bubbl.us and Popplet allow collaboration, so students can work together to create concept maps rather than working in isolation. They are flexible, allowing changes to both content and structure more easily than when work is done with pencil and paper. They can be multimodal, incorporating a variety of visual and audio elements that appeal to a variety of learners. They are also engaging for students because of the novelty and opportunity for creativity.

Bubbl.us

http://bubbl.us

Bubbl.us provides a variety of levels of membership, but the free version allows for the storage of up to 3 mindmaps. With paid versions, the ability to add images is available, but with the basic version only text is available.

Photo by rikomatic

1. Sign up.

To get started, first click the sign up button located in the top right of the screen. Fill out the required information.

2. Click the bubble to type.

Once you have signed up, you will be taken to the editing screen. Click in the bubble to type your text.

3. Hover mouse for options.

Hovering over the bubble with your mouse will bring up a menu with more options, such as color, size, connections, and attachments (for paid versions).

4. Add more bubbles!

To add another bubble, click on one of the yellow icons on the side where you want the connection to be made. Repeat the process for the first bubble.