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Research Help: Research Tools

 

MINDMAPPING TOOLS

A mindmap is a visual tool to help you to break down complex topics into smaller, more understandable chunks. They're great for sharing information, understanding complex topics as well as test revision. Also very useful for mapping out a research topic,.

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BRAINSTORMING TECHNIQUES

LOTUS DIAGRAM

A lotus diagram  is an analytical tool  used for organization and brainstorming. It helps break down topics of information, which can then be prioritized for additional study.

There are many sites that allow you to create online lotus diagrams and other brainstorming and mind mapping tools.

ORGANIZING YOUR RESEARCH

A Gantt chart is a type of bar chart that illustrates a project schedule, named after its inventor, Henry Gantt. They are used for planning projects of all sizes and they are a useful way of showing what work is scheduled to be done on a specific day. They also help you view the start and end dates of a project in one simple view.A Gantt chart is a type of bar chart that illustrates a project schedule, named after its inventor, Henry Gantt. They are used for planning projects of all sizes and they are a useful way of showing what work is scheduled to be done by a specific time. They also help you view the start and end dates of a project in one simple view.