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== Description==
 
== Description==
* It is a network of concepts consisting of nodes and links;
 
* A node represents a concept, and a link represents the relationship between concepts;
 
 
* Concept mapping is designed to transform new concepts/propositions into the existing cognitive structures related to knowledge capture;  
 
* Concept mapping is designed to transform new concepts/propositions into the existing cognitive structures related to knowledge capture;  
 
* It is an effective way for a group to function without losing their individuality;  
 
* It is an effective way for a group to function without losing their individuality;  
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'''Source:''' [[National approaches and strategies for Nuclear Knowledge Management]]
 
'''Source:''' [[National approaches and strategies for Nuclear Knowledge Management]]
 
 
 
 
  
 
==References==
 
==References==

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Definition

Concept mapping is The process of organizing and representing knowledge using concept maps.

Summary

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Description

  • Concept mapping is designed to transform new concepts/propositions into the existing cognitive structures related to knowledge capture;
  • It is an effective way for a group to function without losing their individuality;
  • Concept mapping can be done for several reasons:
    • To design complex structures;
    • To generate ideas;
    • To communicate ideas;
    • To diagnose misunderstanding.
  • Six-step procedure for using a concept map as a tool:
    • Preparation;
    • Idea generation;
    • Statement structuring;
    • Representation;
    • Interpretation;
    • Utilization.
  • Similar to Semantic net

Source: National approaches and strategies for Nuclear Knowledge Management

References

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