The Purposes of Descriptive Text Kinds of Descriptive Text
scribble down the idea and topic, then develop it and associate those with hisher interest way. Mind Mapping is an effective way for the learner before starting of
learning. The combination of colour, movement, drawing, contrast, and organization decision help the mind in encoded the information. It also can be
employed as a method to take notes, to study before an exam, to brainstorm, or make connections between ideas
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. According to Buzan, mind map is a way of taking note that is not boring and it is a new way of studying that is quick and
works
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. Here are some rules in making mind mapping as follows
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; a A Mind Map is commenced in the center of a page within a multi-colored
image or symbol. b Main themes are attached to the central image on six lines using capital
letters. c Lines are connected to lines
d Words are printed
e Words are printed on lines f Single keywords per line
g Use the color throughout the mind map h
Images throughout mind map i Uses codes and symbols throughout
To sum up, mind map is made up of words, colors, lines, and pictures which are easy to construct that explore the ideas in interesting way with some
branches and organized as same as spider. In addition, it helps the students think creatively. The color, line, code, and picture used in mind mapping can stimulate
the students’ brain in gaining the ideas when they are writing.
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Eric Jensen, Brain-Based Learning, San Dieego: The Brain Store, 2000, p. 84.
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Tony Buzan, Mind Maps for Kids, London: Thorsons, 2003, p. 4.
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Tony Buzan, Super Creativity, Los Angeles: Audio Renaissance Tapes, Inc., 1988, p. 10-11.
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