SpiderScribe

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SpiderScribe is an online mind mapping tool that can organize ideas by connecting notes, files, calendar events and links through free-form maps.

[|Two Minute Video Introduction]


 * Strengths**
 * Sign up for free
 * Capture and connect ideas through collaborating
 * Can access from anywhere because it is stored "in the cloud"
 * Multiple people can access and edit map
 * Can embed brainstorming map onto blogs or websites
 * Very user friendly
 * Can upload files, images and links all on the map being created


 * Weaknesses**
 * The vast amount of options enabled for this brainstorming tool can confuse beginning learners
 * Students may not have access to a computer at home to work on
 * Takes time to get used to features


 * Opportunities**
 * This is a way to collaborate ideas using a single source
 * Can be edited anywhere so students can work on it when they have computer access
 * Can be linked to website or weblog to showcase to other people


 * Threats**
 * The different type of security settings can get a little bit tricky. If a brainstorm map is set to anyone can edit, parts of it can be changed without knowing about it


 * Ideas for the Classroom**
 * Use as a brainstorming tool for group projects
 * Students can individually create brainstorming for a presentation
 * Can be used by a teacher to introduce the process of how to brainstorm