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Creating Mind Maps With MindMeister

3/12/2019

MindMeister is an online freemium mind mapping tool that allows users to visualize their ideas and create presentations.
The base function of MindMeister is to allow the user to easily create mind maps that flow from one main idea or concept, out into multiple different factors that make up the main idea. MindMeister also has the ability to be used alongside project management, allowing managers to assign tasks based off of the original mind map. The project management tool requires using MeisterTask When thinking of MindMeister and its uses, it could be useful within both the education field and marketing field.

In regards to students, when placed in teams, projects can be mapped out into different threads and each thread can be assigned to each student in the group. This allows group projects to be visualized in the aspect of what information needs to be obtained and who will pursue that information. Teachers can use MindMeister as a tool to help students visualize subjects that stem from multiple causes. For example, a history teacher could use a mind map to show all the factors that lead to world war one.

The usefulness for marketing teams here is unlimited. A marketing manager can create a mind map for marketing budgets. The main portion of the web could be the amount they are allotted and the stems could be the different types of marketing the budget will cover (social media, print media, web, email, etc.). Teams can also use mind maps for new projects. A commercial is a perfect project for a mind map. The main idea is a commercial and this stems out into the need for actors, videographers, make-up team, wardrobe team, etc.

Being able to visualize complex ideas and concepts is key for any team.

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Social Bookmarking With Diigo

3/11/2019

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Diigo is a web browser extension that can boost productivity in both educational and business settings.

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Diigo, at its core, is a bookmarking tool. Unlike normal bookmarking tools, it provides the user with several other functions. Diigo allows users to highlight text on any web page which can be useful for personal use and also in settings where users are sharing information. Another useful tool is the ability to use sticky notes on web pages as well. This is a similar function to highlighting, but when the selected text is clicked, the user is provided with a “pop-up” sticky note where they are able to write out comments.

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When thinking of Diigo in terms of usage, it has potential within both the educational and business fields. In terms of education, teachers who work with younger students can bookmark pages with DIY projects. After bookmarking, the teacher can then highlight the steps or recipe so that they can quickly find the info that is important to them when they return to the page. In terms of collaboration, teachers can share DIY project web pages with each other through Diigo’s share function. This is also useful as other teachers will be able to see the highlighted text.

In terms of business usage, teams can easily collaborate on projects with this tool. Marketing teams who manage newsletters can bookmark web pages that provide useful information on improving a company's newsletter. After bookmarking, they could also highlight, or sticky note, the information that would bolster their techniques.

Diigo is a multifaceted tool and I am excited to integrate this into my everyday tool set of applications

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