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 * __10.1- Opener__**
 * I probably use mind-mapping more than I know. I know I use it for as a pre-writing strategy and as a way to develop big ideas. Often times, my students don't even realize the amount of information they already know about a certain subject, mind-mapping not only helps us develop our thoughts but also organize what we already know. **
 * I'm not sure about mind-mapping for the 21st century because I'm not sure what that would look like exactly. I'm sure if there were some online mind-mapping tool, a clear benefit would be the ability to store each map permanently rather than just within notebooks that students will eventually throw away. **


 * __10.2- Bubbl.us__ **

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 * 1. What went well and what was challenging? I really didn't have any trouble navigating this site. I felt it was extremely useful and helpful. I can picture a particular student from this past year whom Bubbl.us was made for! She was always falling behind when we would mind-map because she was so worried about the "look" of her map. She was so distracted by the structure that she would eventually miss out on the benefits of brainstorming the content. I would love to get her on this site! **
 * 2. How might you use this in your classroom? Just as this was! I would love students to map out both sides of a debate and use the maps in a way to educate the other side. I also would love students to have the opportunity to add to each other's mind-maps online...collaboration and mind-mapping all in one! **