1) Discuss the effective uses of digital diagrams in teaching and learning.
There are three main different types of digital diagrams that can be used in teaching and learning. These diagrams are concept maps, idea maps, and webs.
A concept map is a hierarchical diagram showing the relationships between concepts. It starts off with the general theme or idea at the top and as the concept map goes down, it breaks down from general to specific. There are usually words in between each item that are used to show the relationships of one item to another. These words are usually called linking words and paired with arrows to show which direction the items break down into.
Idea maps are created during a session of brainstorming. Brainstorming usually is a way to generate ideas and come up with different solutions. The first thing in an idea map is to have the main topic or statement so that all of the students are able to see it. The next thing figure out if the teacher’s going to write it or will a student write it. After the students all brainstorm and get all of their ideas on the idea map, they can cluster the results and analyze the results.
Another type of diagram is the web. Webs are visual maps that illustrate how different pieces of information relate to each other. The main idea is placed in the center and the ideas are placed around the central idea. The students will then transfer their information into an outline and can be used as a guide for writing.
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