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Definition

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

Source: Comparative Analysis of Methods and Tools for Nuclear Knowledge Preservation


Summary

One paragaph summary which summarises the main ideas of the article.

Description 1

  • 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;
  • 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.


Source: National approaches and strategies for Nuclear Knowledge Management

References

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Semantic net

Concept map

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Knowledge capture techniques

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