Mind and Subject Mapping with Freemind

I have recently discovered a tool called Freemind which allows anyone to map out anything. I am currently experimenting with using it for study.

Basically you can create a tree of words, icons, and images, which you can then expand on in any direction you like.

By creating a map for each subject, I can outline all the topics covered as they are covered. This means I can simply expand on the map after each lecture. This is a great way to revise at the end of each lecture. At the end of semester when it comes time for exams, you can easily look over the first and second levels and make sure you have studied everything.

The following screenshot shows a map I have created for a maths course.

This next screenshot shows a portion of the same map, with all the nodes expanded. This shows how you can go into as much or as little depth as you like with the content.