mind_mapping.pdf

1? Thomas H. Speller, Jr. 2007, Engineering Systems Division (ESD), Massachusetts Institute of Technology Today’s Topics on Creativity Introduction Creativity – Nature – Design Rules and Combinatorics – Work of Vance and de Bono TRIZ theory – TRIZ, Value Engineering and the Semantic Web tool Radiant Thinking, Mind Mapping tool Appendix: Technological change: from its creation to economic growth and societal welfare 2? Thomas H. Speller, Jr. 2007, Engineering Systems Division (ESD), Massachusetts Institute of Technology “The chisel was unleashing the beauty and image/figure within the marble bursting to be revealed.” Michael Angelo – Let your creative energy radiate from both sides of your brain, from the kernel of your Mind Map – Applied Radiant Thinking Mind Map Philosophy: 3? Thomas H. Speller, Jr. 2007, Engineering Systems Division (ESD), Massachusetts Institute of Technology What is a Mind Map (1 of 2)? A Mind Map is a powerful graphic technique which harnesses the full range of cortical skills in a single, powerful manner – word, – image, – number, – logic, – rhythm, – color – spatial awareness It gives you the freedom to roam the expanses of your brain. The Mind Map can be applied to every aspect of life where improved learning and clearer thinking enhances human performance. Mind Map Brings it all together! 4? Thomas H. Speller, Jr. 2007, Engineering Systems Division (ESD), Massachusetts Institute of Technology What is a Mind Map (2 of 2)? Originated in the late 1960s by Tony Buzan Similarly to a road map, a Mind Map: – Provides an overview of a large subject/area. – Enables you to plan routes/make choices and lets you know where you are going and where you have been. – Allows you to Gather and Represent large amounts of data. – Encourages problem solving by showing you new pathways. – Is Attractive, easy to read, muse over and remember. Bottom Line: – Let you see the whole picture and the details at the same time. – It is a tool,