Brainstorming is an important part of the research process.  You may have already done a lot of brainstorming in your regular classes at ISS.  The process of brainstorming can be as simple concentrating hard to come up with new ideas and as complex as using a proven technique and working in a dynamic group. You can brainstorm using tools such as MindMaps and org charts or detailed list making.  Whichever method you prefer, here is a curated list of great information to get you started:

TOP 3 Mindmapping Apps

PADLET 

My favourite all time digi-board app is Padlet.  Padlet is free and easy to use.  With Padlet, you can organise your thoughts easily and you can use it as a presentation tool when you are ready. 

PREZI

My second favourite is Prezi.  Although Prezi is considered more of a presentation tool, you can create visually pleasing interactive mind maps with this free app. 

CANVA 

My third fave is Canva. Canva is a web-based graphic design app that makes it easy to create mind maps. Equipped with ready-to-use templates and toolset, you can use this app for educational presentations, business pitches, corporate proposals, and project planning.

 How to brainstorm: 4 ways to get the creative juices flowing

A comprehensive collection of step by step instructions and many different brainstorming techniques. 

From the Blog HubSpot another comprehensive collection of brainstorming techniques that you can do as an individual or with a group. 

More interesting mind-mapping and brainstorming ideas:  

MindMap Inspiration

A compilation of many cool and interesting mind maps.  This site might give you some good ideas about how to organise your info.