mindmaps & moodboards

• What are two specific types of documents used to support ideas generation?

  Mind maps and mood boards
• A mind map is a structured visual diagram for organizing information around a central topic
• A mind map uses nodes and branches to show relationships between ideas.
• In which project stage are mind maps commonly used?

  Early project stages
• When designing an e-learning app interface, the central node in a mind map could be the app
• Steps for using a mind map for project planning:

  1️⃣ Identify tasks

  2️⃣ Break tasks into activities
• What are two methods for creating mind maps?

  Digitally and hand-drawn
• Digital mind maps are ideal for team professionals because they can be shared and allow unlimited space.
• Why are hand-drawn mind maps useful for individual brainstorming?

  Faster and easier approach
• A mood board is a visual collage incorporating colors, images, and textures
• What is the primary purpose of a mood board?

  Convey ideas or feelings
• Match the type of mood board with its description:

  Digital mood board ↔️ Uses apps like Pinterest

  Physical mood board ↔️ Combines images and textures on a pinboard
• What is a limitation of digital mood boards?

  Lack of physical textures
• Both mind maps and mood boards are valuable tools for idea generation
• Which tool organizes information visually using nodes and branches?

  Mind map
• Mood boards are primarily used to convey feelings and aesthetics.