Abstract

OJEDA CABRERA, Angela et al. Conceptual Maps: A Powerful Tool in Significative Learning. ACIMED [online]. 2007, vol.15, n.5. ISSN 1024-9435.

In the last few years, the development of the graphic knowledge representation skills is the centre of attention to many investigators, who consider them a powerful tool to achieve significative learning. One of the most utilized ways for such representation is by conceptual maps, created by Dr. Joseph Novak, professor of the University of Cornwell, U.S. Conceptual maps are defined, as well as the elements that form them, the principles for their elaboration, its application in teaching, as well as a characterization of several informatic applications useful in their elaboration.

Keywords : conceptual maps; significative learning; teaching; informatic tools..

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