A concept map is a visual representation that shows the relationship between different items in a figure. The map uses boxes, words or phrases, symbols and arrows (Novak & Cañas 2006). A concept map is a tangible way to display concepts. It is a reflection of what people know or what they do not know. Cmap is a new web 2.0 tool used by teachers to construct, share and criticize information as concept maps. The tool allows users to construct Cmaps on any computer, and share them on CmapServers anywhere on the Internet. The constructed Cmaps can easily be used to link, edit and create web pages with other Internet users. Editing can be done at the same time on the Internet with all involved parties (Alberto, 2009). CmapTools are used worldwide in organizing information, brainstorming and training in schools by government organizations, small companies as well as corporations (Novak & Gowin, 1984). CmapTools are free for commercial or non-commercial use and can be downloaded and installed on an unlimited number of computers. In schools, students and teachers are allowed to make copies for their home use.
Alberto. J. (2009). What is a Concept. Retrieved on June 12, 2010 from: http://cmap.ihmc.us/docs/Concept.html
Novak. D. & J Cañas. A. (2006). Technical Report IHMC CmapTools. Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. Retrieved on June 12, 2010 from: http://cmap.ihmc.us/Publications/
Novak, J. D. & Gowin, D. B. (1984). Learning How to Learn. New York: Cambridge University Press. Retrieved on June 12, 2010 from: http://cmc.ihmc.us/papers/cmc2004-225.pdf
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