Q4

• Brainstorming


  A method of generating ideas used by individuals in preparation for writing and by groups to solve problems
• Brainstorming


  • It is a prewriting practice that aims to bring subconscious ideas into consciousness
  • It is a useful strategy to break down a general topic to specific points
• Freewriting


  A technique where one writes down their thoughts without any restrictions on grammar, spelling, punctuation and without worrying about any specific topic
• Types of Freewriting

  • Free Freewriting
  • Timed Freewriting
  • Focused Freewriting
• Listing


  A process of producing a lot of information within a short time, generating broad ideas, and building associations from the broad ideas for more details, using a bullet point list
• Mapping

  Concept mapping, also known as "mind mapping", is a technique that is used for quickly charting your group's ideas in logical groupings
• Rules in mapping

  • Always use a central image and images
  • Put one main topic on each "branch"
  • Put sub-topics on their own "sub-branches"
  • Use three or more colors
  • Use one key word per line
  • Print all words clearly
  • Leave space for unexpected topics or new thoughts
  • Let your mind wander!
• Concept mapping


  A technique that is used for quickly charting your group's ideas in logical groupings
• Concept mapping


  1. Starts with a research question or main idea

  2. Adds branches with synonyms, related topics, keywords, and examples

  3. Allows you to efficiently brainstorm for ideas

  4. Simultaneously creates a skeletal framework for later categorization of the information you collect
• Researching


  • A process of acquiring information
  • The mental process of figuring out the solution from the information you collected
  • Involves seeking for and sifting through a huge collection of information
  • Uses academic sources from libraries, the internet, and other locations
• Research is a process of getting information from different sources and the process of finding out the solution from the information you collected
• According to Tony Buzan, mind mapping can be used for:

  • work;
  • life; and
  • social activities
• Outline


  A guide for organizing ideas in a sequential and thoughtful manner

  
• Types of outlines

  • Topic outline
  • Sentence outline
• Topic outline


  • Shows the order of the various topics, the relative importance of each, and the relationship between the various parts
  • Organizes your thoughts hierarchically and shows what you will discuss
  • Uses phrases instead of complete sentences
  • Not detailed, only uses significant words
• Sentence outline


  • More detailed and informative than a topic outline
  • Helps the writer to organize their ideas, clarify their arguments, and avoid repetition or redundancy
  • Uses complete sentences to summarize the main points of each section or subtopic
  • Easier to prepare
  • Best when summarizing complex and long topics more clearly
• How to write a topic outline

  1. Write the thesis statement

  2. Identify the main points to prove the thesis

  3. Write the sub-points or sub-ideas

  4. Write the supporting details
• How to write a sentence outline

  1. Identify the thesis statement or main argument

  2. Write a sentence that summarizes the main idea of each section or paragraph

  3. Arrange the sentences in a logical order that supports the thesis

  4. Add sub-points and supporting details under each sentence as needed

  5. Write the conclusion
• A topic outline must have a thesis statement
• A sentence outline uses complete sentences
• A topic outline uses phrases instead of sentences
• A topic outline is not detailed, only using significant words
• A sentence outline is more detailed and informative
• A sentence outline is easier to prepare
• A sentence outline is best when summarizing complex and long topics more clearly
• A topic outline organizes your thoughts hierarchically
• A graphic organizer is a visual display that demonstrates relationships between facts, concepts or ideas.
• Venn Diagram

  • Illustration of a relationship between two or more data set.
  • Utilization of circles to represent each data set.
  • Each circle represents the characteristics of each data set.
• A Venn diagram an be classified as Simple or Compound Venn Diagrams
• A Network tree or a tree diagram is a type of a graphic organizer that shows how items are related to one another.
• A network tree shows information from general to specific
• Network Tree can be used to show hierarchical information such as a family tree, and or branching procedural information such as the digestive system
• Examples of Network Tree are:

  • Binary Pyramid Tree
  • Tree Diagram (rectangular)
• What is Spider Map?

  • It can be used to organize ideas by creating a visual overview of the main topic and its related subtopics.
  • The main idea or content is in the center. Each detail or subtopic related to the main idea has its own branch.
• Mind map and concept maps are a few of other names for spider maps.
• Spider maps are particularly useful for illustrating the relationships between different ideas or concepts, and for organizing complex information in a visual and easy-to- understand format. They also allow for the addition of new ideas or concepts as they arise, making them a dynamic and flexible organizing tool.
• Network trees are particularly useful for illustrating hierarchical relationships and dependencies between elements
• Venn diagrams are particularly useful for illustrating the similarities and differences between two or more sets or groups.
• Problem - Solution Map - In this, students have a problem statement, definition, causes, and effects, leading to a possible solution (Types of Maps, n.d.). Visualizes a logical analysis of available data leading towards an effective solution
• PROBLEM SOLVING STEPS

  • Problem definition
  • Problem analysis
  • Possible solutions
  • Analysis of the solutions
  • Select the best solution
  • Execute the solution