This page provides a set of resources for you to learn about Concept Maps. We recommend that you use one of the itineraries to guide you through the resources. Click on the image below on the left to launch a Beginner's Itinerary on Concept mapping. Once the Itinerary Concept Map is displayed, click on the icons underneath the concepts to display a list of links to relevant resources.
What is Knowledge? (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)
The Importance of Linking Words (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)
The Importance of the Focus Question (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)
The Origins of Concept Mapping (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)
What is Meaningful Learning? (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas )
At what Age can Children begin Concept Mapping? (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)
How can Concept Maps help Clarify Misconceptions? (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)
How to Introduce Students to Concept Mapping (J. D. Novak & A. J. Cañas)