Comments for Concept Maps

As you have noticed, you have two maps to complete for my sections of this course a planning map and a student map. This is how the rubric is modified to allow for both of these maps without creating extra criteria.


Criteria

1. Must have text notes that explain main topic and/or subtopics

(At least 2 on each map or four total on both maps) This is the yellow comment box that drops down when you click on the symbol.

2. Have at least five topic areas and each must have two or more subtopics. (Should at least five total for both maps: you will likely have more than this.)

3. One of the subtopics must have its own sub-subtopics.( Should be on at least one map)

4. Create 2 hyperlinks to 2 different Web sites on the main concepts or topics. (Two hyperlinks on one map or one hyperlink on each map). These must be active (hot).

5. Add text for the links where appropriate (must have at least two text links on each map or 4 links on a single map). These are the words that appear in the link line.

6. Use a variety of images and/or shapes for the topic/subtopic nodes (e.g., apples and rectangles).

• The student map must include a least four images for symbols.

• The planning map should use different symbols for sub objectives/concepts and teaching methods. You do not have to use images on this map.

7. Change the following from the default

• Use a background color for at least one map.

• Change the thickness and color of the link lines on at least one map.

• On at least one map use a font other than the default font.

8. Place your name, IT 365 and section time in a text box on the file on both maps.  Your name should not be in a symbol but in a textbox without an outline.

To finish this assignment:

1. Create folder on your flash drive for your Portfolio. You may title this IT 365 Final Portfolio.

2. Save your maps in this folder as Inspiration files. (You may need this if you have to revise this assignment)

3. Export both maps as .jpeg files and save in the same folder. (Note since all the files are not in the same format, not all will show in program save window. To see your files; view the drive in My Computer when you are done).

4. Print two copies of the concept map in diagram view. This does not have to be a color print. Open all notes for this print. Keep one for your records

5. Turn in a print out of both maps.

6. Send your files for these maps as an Inspiration file in version 8 or earlier to Karen.Juneau@gmail.com

7.  You might want to backup up your work on your home computer.

This assignment should be complete on February 17, 2010 for the Monday/ Wednesday section and on February 23, 2010 for the Tuesday night section.