Mind Maps

1. Introduction

1.1. Definition of mind map

1.2. History

1.2.1. Tony Buzan

1.2.2. 1970s

2. How to

2.1. Drawing & Reading

2.1.1. Start with center

2.1.2. Add first-level topics

2.1.3. Go clockwise

2.2. Topics

2.2.1. Single keywords

2.2.2. Phrases

2.2.3. Sentences

2.3. Pictures & Symbols

2.4. Colors

3. Why They Work

3.1. Structure

3.2. Overview

3.3. Reduction

3.4. Memory triggers

4. Benefits

4.1. Focus

4.2. Structure thoughts

4.3. Overview

4.4. Memory

4.5. Efficient

4.6. Free flow of ideas

4.7. Don't feel like work

5. Formats

5.1. Paper

5.2. Digital

5.3. Online

6. Uses

6.1. Brainstorming

6.2. Summarizing

6.3. Planning

6.4. Problem solving

6.5. Note taking

6.6. Memorizing

6.7. Presentation

6.8. Structuring information

6.9. Collaboration

6.10. Decision making