Knowledge Recall: Mind maps

Which best describes a mind map?

• A collection of sample materials and products related to a topic

• A rough drawing or sketch

• A diagram to arrange outline ideas

• An illustration of a series of moving images

What is the purpose of a mind map?

• To visually represent a sequence of movements or give ideas of scenes or shots

• To show the links between thoughts, ideas and different aspects of a topic

• To plan a static image and give an idea of what the finished product may look like

• To generate ideas by collecting materials/images that give a feel for the topic.

Which of these is a use of a mind map?

• Collect samples, materials and relevant content and gives a reminder of possible styles

• To give a client an idea of what is intended for things like a CD cases, poster, web page, magazine cover

• Shows the development and options for ideas in a project whilst also show how things connect and link together

• Any project where movement or a sequence is requires e.g. video, animations, comic books, computer games

Which of these would appear on a mind map?

• Images, colours, text, textures, sounds, movies

• Text, Images and graphics, showing the size and position. Annotations to describe font style and other details

• Central node, sub nodes, text on each node

• Images, locations, camera shots/angles, camera movement, timings, lighting, sound

When you create a mind map what must you include?

• Central node

• 4 - 6 nodes

• Few sub-nodes

• Content relevant to scenario