{"id":12303,"date":"2014-05-29T20:05:29","date_gmt":"2014-05-29T20:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/?page_id=12303"},"modified":"2024-07-25T17:54:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T17:54:39","slug":"mind-map","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/groves\/assistive-technology\/everyone\/mind-map\/","title":{"rendered":"Mind Mapping &#038; Brainstorming"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The following Free or Low-Cost Assistive Technology programs, software, websites, and apps focus on different forms of Mind Mapping and Brainstorming Support. The information about the following applications has been summarized from the applications&#8217; websites and\/or from experience testing the applications. We update this page approximately once a year. Please refer to the applications&#8217; websites for the most up to date information.<\/p>\n<p>This page was created by the Augsburg University CLASS Office. To reference our resource pages, please correctly cite Augsburg University CLASS Office.<\/p>\n<h2>Mind Mapping &amp; Brainstorming<\/h2>\n<h3>Ayoa<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2024\/07\/Aoya-Logo.png\" alt=\"Aoya Logo\" width=\"248\" height=\"98\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Different mind mapping options, such as traditional, canvas, radial, whiteboards, gantt charts, flowcharts, and more (note: many of these options are only available in the Ultimate version)<\/li>\n<li>Multiple different branch styles to choose from for users<\/li>\n<li>Users can add information, notes and images<\/li>\n<li>Exportable mind maps into different file formats to share with others<\/li>\n<li>More information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ayoa.com\/\">Ayoa Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free for limited version and $17\/month for Ultimate version<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> Online Resource<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Coggle<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2024\/07\/Coggle-logo-300x290.png\" alt=\"Coggle logo\" width=\"115\" height=\"112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2024\/07\/Coggle-logo-300x290.png 300w, https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2024\/07\/Coggle-logo.png 306w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 115px) 100vw, 115px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Online mind mapping\/diagramming tool<\/li>\n<li>Users can invite others to add to or edit their diagram<\/li>\n<li>Allows users to upload unlimited images and connect\/loop branches within a mind map<\/li>\n<li>More information: <a href=\"https:\/\/coggle.it\/\">Coggle Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free (limited diagrams) or $5\/month for Personal<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> Online Resource<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>GoConqr<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13926\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2022\/06\/goconqr-logo.png\" alt=\"goconqr logo\" width=\"180\" height=\"55\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create mind maps, flowcharts, flashcards, notes, slides, and more<\/li>\n<li>Browse user generated mind maps to help create your own<\/li>\n<li>Share created content with other people<\/li>\n<li>More information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goconqr.com\/\">GoConqr Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free or Upgrade for $1.08\/month<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> Online Resource<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Inspiration Maps<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2014\/05\/Inspiration-Maps-Logo.png\" alt=\"Inspiration Maps Logo\" width=\"75\" height=\"74\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2014\/05\/Inspiration-Maps-Logo.png 185w, https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2014\/05\/Inspiration-Maps-Logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 75px) 100vw, 75px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brainstorm and create mind maps using this app<\/li>\n<li>Organize projects to create flow charts<\/li>\n<li>Take notes, personalize maps and diagrams, and browse built-in templates<\/li>\n<li>More Information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diagrammingapps.com\/inspiration-maps-product-page\">Inspiration Maps Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $9.99<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> iOS: iPad, Mac, iPhone<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Lucidchart<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/Lucidchart-App-logo.png\" alt=\"Lucidchart App logo\" width=\"70\" height=\"69\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/Lucidchart-App-logo.png 237w, https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/Lucidchart-App-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 70px) 100vw, 70px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Browse a selection of charts, diagrams, and more to help get started on a project<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate with others and has an option to export to PDF<\/li>\n<li>More information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucidchart.com\/pages\/usecase\/education\">Lucidchart Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> Online Resource, iOS, Android<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free for limited version and paid individual account also available<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Lucidspark<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14413\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/Lucidspark-app-logo.png\" alt=\"Lucidspark app logo\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/Lucidspark-app-logo.png 236w, https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/Lucidspark-app-logo-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 80px) 100vw, 80px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Online whiteboard that you can share with others to easily collaborate while brainstorming<\/li>\n<li>Includes features such as presentation mode, commenting, drawing, and more<\/li>\n<li>More information: <a href=\"https:\/\/lucidspark.com\/solutions\/education\">Lucidspark Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> Online Resource, iOS, Android<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free for limited version and paid individual account also available<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Mind Meister<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2024\/07\/mind-meister-logo.png\" alt=\"mind meister logo\" width=\"210\" height=\"90\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mind Mapping\/Brainstorming tool for use on personal devices and the web<\/li>\n<li>Use the program to organize your work and collaborate with other people<\/li>\n<li>Create mind maps, notes, lists and plan projects<\/li>\n<li>Monthly fee required for full use of software program and features<\/li>\n<li>More Information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindmeister.com\/\">Mind Meister Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free, Personal $6.50\/month, or Pro $10.50\/month<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:\u00a0<\/strong>iOS &amp; Android<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>MindMup<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2020\/03\/MindMup_Logo.png\" alt=\"MindMup_Logo\" width=\"108\" height=\"106\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Includes unlimited mind maps<\/li>\n<li>Cloud-Based storage<\/li>\n<li>Keyboard shortcuts<\/li>\n<li>Save to Google Drive<\/li>\n<li>Distraction-free environment<\/li>\n<li>More Information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindmup.com\/\">MindMup Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free or MindMup Personal for $2.99\/month<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0Online Resource<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>MindNode<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14274\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2023\/07\/MindNode-app-logo.png\" alt=\"MindNode app logo\" width=\"109\" height=\"107\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brainstorming and mind mapping tool for iOS devices<\/li>\n<li>Mind map and outline modes to help organize thoughts and track progress<\/li>\n<li>Add visual tags to the mind map and turn on focus mode to reduces distractions with Plus version<\/li>\n<li>More Information: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindnode.com\/features\">MindNode Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free or $2.99\/month for Plus<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong>\u00a0iOS &amp; Mac<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>SimpleMind Pro &#8211; Mind Mapping<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2022\/06\/SimpleMind-App-logo-298x300.png\" alt=\"SimpleMind App logo\" width=\"101\" height=\"102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2022\/06\/SimpleMind-App-logo-298x300.png 298w, https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2022\/06\/SimpleMind-App-logo-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/78\/2022\/06\/SimpleMind-App-logo.png 346w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 101px) 100vw, 101px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mind mapping tool for organizing and structuring ideas<\/li>\n<li>Has a free-form layout with options for personalization<\/li>\n<li>Mind maps can link to websites or documents, and users can add images and more<\/li>\n<li>SimpleMind&#8217;s website also contains instructions for how to get started with mind mapping<\/li>\n<li>More Information: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplemind.eu\/\">SimpleMind Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> $10.99 for iOS, $8.49 Android, and additional costs apply for Mac and Windows download. There is also a limited free version available.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Compatibility:<\/strong> Mac; Windows; Android; iOS<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Download a printable copy with live links of the list of Free and Low-Cost Assistive Technology for Writing Support, please click on the following link: <a href=\"https:\/\/web.augsburg.edu\/classprogram\/LowCostMindMappingAT.pdf\">Mind Mapping AT<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><a title=\"Free or Low Cost Assistive Technology for Everyone\" href=\"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/class\/groves\/assistive-technology\/everyone\/\">Back to Main Page of Free and Low-Cost Assistive Technology for Everyone<\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The following Free or Low-Cost Assistive Technology programs, software, websites, and apps focus on different forms of Mind Mapping and Brainstorming Support. The information about the following applications has been summarized from the applications&#8217; websites and\/or from experience testing the applications. 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