Writer's Toolbox

      The Writers Toolbox is a presentation that addresses the many different methods of mapping ideas of the creative process and documenting different thoughts. The methods of creating these idea maps include:

1. Mind Mapping- Giving visual form to ideas and generate non-linear thinking. (diagram above)
2.Concept Maps- More thorough investigation of relationships. (Words linked often by "can be" and "from)
3. Free Writing- Method of getting thoughts onto paper. Different from Journal because focuses on one idea.
4. Brain Writing/Brainstorming- Methods of compiling ideas with others through notes, diagrams, etc.