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Thinking Toolbox : Graphic Organisers

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A graphic organiser is a tool to scaffold, sort or record thinking and information. Graphic organisers help to compress, focus and clarify information whilst guiding the learner.

There are a variety of graphic organisers suitable for all ages including...

  • Venn Diagrams - work for the comparison of two or more things, it allows for clear visualisation of similarities and differences.
  • Data Grid, Matrix, Table - a table layout with headings to allow for easy recording of notes in various cells/boxes.
  • Tree Diagram - organises things into groups then smaller groups.
  • Flow Diagram - words and pictures are organised/recorded sequentially.
  • Timeline - tool for establishing chronological order.
  • Web Diagram - shows relationships between events, objects and people.
  • Storyboard - series of snapshots of important stages of development.
  • Story Map - plots sequentially the main events in a story.

NTCF Outcome Links:

  • EsseNTial Learnings - Con 1, Con 2
  • Learning Technology - R3, R4, P1

Learning Areas -

  • Mathematics - Measurement and Data Sense MDS KGP2.5 - 3.5, Chance and Data CD4.3 - 5.3
  • Science - Working Scientifically Planning and Investigating
  • SOSE - Time, Continuity and Change English - Writing Strategies

 

 

 

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