Mind maps are brainstorming diagrams that start from a single idea or image and branch out.  For visual learners, mind mapping is an effective way of taking notes.  You can learn how to use mind maps for note taking from this article.  If you want to see examples of mind maps, look at Tony Buzan’s book [...]

These ideas for helping visual learners succeed will not be new to experienced teachers. Read it to remind yourself to include teaching strategies for students who benefit from visual clues.

Weboword is a fun vocabulary tool for your visual learner.  For each vocabulary word, there is a definition, a cartoon, the Greek or Latin root, an easy-to-understand pronunciation key and the word in sentences.   The interactive crossword puzzles are small and have word banks, which gives you a quick vocabulary activity.  The clues ask you [...]