Mindomo

Mindomo
Developer(s)Expert Software Applications
Initial release2007
Stable release
v.10.4.6 / 2022
Operating systemAny
PlatformHTML5
TypeMind mapping software
LicenseProprietary
Websitewww.mindomo.com

Mindomo is a versatile freemium collaborative mind mapping, concept mapping and outlining tool developed by Expert Software Applications.[1] It can be used to develop ideas and interactively brainstorm, with features including sharing, collaboration, task management, presentation and interactive web publication.[2][3][4]

The online version of Mindomo is available through any browser. There are also offline desktop versions for Windows, Linux and Mac, and app versions for both Android and iOS.[5][6] Registered users can create and collaborate in real-time on mind maps, while unregistered users can view the maps shared with them. The software also provides ways to create presentations and mind map assignments.[7]

History

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  • In 2006, development was begun at Expert Software Application for a mind mapping tool called Mindomo using Adobe Flex development kit which is based on Adobe Flash platform.[8]
  • In 2007, Mindomo web app was launched. The user interface used a ribbon consistent with office 2007.[9][8]
  • In 2008, Mindomo Desktop Version was Released that would requires installing Adobe AIR platform.[10]
  • In 2010, Real-Time collaboration was introduced.[11]
  • In 2011, Mindomo version 6.0 was released ditching the office like ribbon and introduced a minimalist interface with no compromise on functionality.[12]
  • In 2011, Mindomo Presenter was Released.[13][14]
  • In 2012, Mindomo apps for iPad and Android were released.[15][16]
  • In 2014, Mindomo web app made the shift from Flash to HTML5.[17]
  • In 2016, Mindomo Desktop 8.0 was released offer a consistent interface with the web version and no longer requiring Adobe Air.[18]
  • In 2018, Gantt chart was Introduced.[19][20]
  • In 2020, Mindomo Android app was redesigned from the ground up to support vertical screen with minimalist interface.[21]
  • In 2021, Mindomo web version received a major interface redesign along with releasing Mindomo desktop version 10.0 with minimalist and modern new graphical interface.[22]
  • In 2022 summary functionality was added.

Features

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Mindomo has highly customizable nodes where users can insert videos, audio, images, notes, emoji, hyperlinks and attachments to any other node.[23] Users can collaborate in real time and can choose to publish their work online.[24] Mindomo has an intuitive presentation mode allowing you to travel through your mind map with zooms and pans.[25] You can also publish interactive versions of mindmaps, as well as static images of them.[26][25]

Mindomo can be used from any standard web browser, or by installing the desktop, iPad and Android applications.[27] As a freemium software, Mindomo offers its basic services for free, and charges for premium features,[28] such as downloading in certain formats and uploading documents.[29]

For the educational sector, Mindomo offers student assignments for teachers, integration with many learning-management systems,[29] and allows students to include videos, images and external files to support their ideas.[30]

Mindomo offers teachers with assignment tool that allow them to send an online request to their students inviting them to access incomplete mind map about a specific lesson.[31] Student starts working in groups and begin exploring their broad topic questions and all their changes will be sent to their teacher as notifications in which he can provide feedback via Mindomo comment feature. In the end students encouraged to turn their mind map into a presentation using Mindomo presenter to explain their research process step by step.[29] Mindomo also allows for printing mind map on paper, which can be annotated and also distributed to other students for peer review.[5]

Mindomo's business features include task assignment for team members, commenting, and projects planning with Gantt chart views.[32] Team members can share mind maps and make their own updates. Individuals can be assigned to each business function, and subtopics that need focus can be prioritized.[33]

Michael Stratton, author of "The Effective Project Manager", used Mindomo for examples of using mind maps in project management.[34][33]

Reception

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When Mindomo launched in 2007, Chuck Frey, author of "The Mind Mapping Software Blog" wrote, "Mindomo sets a new standard for web-based mind mapping tools with features that rivals many desktop mind maps.[9] In 2014, Mindomo was available to all public schools in Ontario, Canada, as it was approved by the Ontario Software Acquisition Program Advisory Committee (OSAPAC), which advises the Canadian Ministry of Education on the acquisition of provincial licenses for publicly-funded schools in Ontario.[35][36]

In 2019, Mindomo won PC Magazine's Editors' Choice award as "best mind mapping tool", citing how it coupled mind-mapping with the social aspects of knowledge management.[37] According to Mindomo's website, there are more than six million users of Mindomo worldwide.[38]

References

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  1. ^ Booth, Char; Mathews, Brian (2012). "Understanding the learner experience: threshold concepts and curriculum mapping". Conference Paper: 1–12. hdl:10919/18710.
  2. ^ Schnellert, Leyton. Datoo, Mehjabeen. Ediger, Krista. Panas, Joanne. Pulling Together: Integrating Inquiry, Assessment, and Instruction in Today's English Classroom. Pembroke Publishers, 2009, p. 101.
  3. ^ Naghmeh-Abbaspour, Bita; Rastgoo, Vahideh; Fathi, Nasrin; Yek, Zinat (2019). "The Use of Mindomo Software to Improve the Logical Development of EFL Learners' Writing". International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change. 8: 238–252.
  4. ^ Nazri, N. M., Yunus, M. M., & Shukor, D. M. A. (2017). The effectiveness of using mindomo as a pre-writing tool in improving writing scores among ESL students. Asian EFL Journal, 9, 84–94.
  5. ^ a b Helge, Kris; McKinnon, Laura F. (2013), "Legal information related to Web 2.0 and Web 3.0", The Teaching Librarian, Elsevier, pp. 133–171, doi:10.1016/b978-1-84334-733-0.50006-7, ISBN 978-1-84334-733-0
  6. ^ Ermakov, Dmitry (20 June 2015). "Using Virtualization in Educational Process for Improvement Quality of Education". 15th International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference SGEM2015, ECOLOGY, ECONOMICS, EDUCATION AND LEGISLATION. Vol. 3. Stef92 Technology. doi:10.5593/sgem2015/b53/s22.134. ISBN 978-619-7105-41-4.
  7. ^ Krakower, Billy. LePage Plante, Sharon. Using Technology to Engage Students With Learning Disabilities. Corwin, 2016.
  8. ^ a b "Interview with Zoltán Lörincz from Mindomo.com". Retrieved 8 March 2020 – via Vimeo.
  9. ^ a b "Mindomo: A new standard for web-based mind mapping tools". Mind Mapping Software Blog. 28 February 2007. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  10. ^ "Mindomo Desktop Now Available!". Blog Mindomo. 11 October 2008. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  11. ^ "Real-Time Collaboration Public Beta is Available!". Blog Mindomo. 7 July 2010. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  12. ^ "Mindomo 6 – The Next Generation of Mind Mapping". Blog Mindomo. 6 September 2011. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  13. ^ "Mindomo Presenter – The First Real Presentation Mode for Mind Maps". 24–7 Press Release Newswire. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  14. ^ "Presenting mind maps with interactive animations". Blog Mindomo. 21 November 2011. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  15. ^ "Mindomo Goes Mobile – Launching iPad and Android Apps". 24–7 Press Release Newswire. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  16. ^ "Mindomo is now available on iPad and Android tablets". Blog Mindomo. 30 May 2012. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  17. ^ "HTML 5 and Mindomo – What has changed and what hasn't". Blog Mindomo. 14 April 2014. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  18. ^ "Mindomo Desktop 8.0 – Find out the news about the update". Blog Mindomo. 20 September 2016. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  19. ^ "Gantt Chart Software Online". mindomo.com. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  20. ^ "Changelog desktop – Mindomo Help". help.mindomo.com. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  21. ^ "New update of Mindomo | Mobile Version for Android". Blog Mindomo. 13 March 2020. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
  22. ^ "New Mindomo Version for Windows and macOS available". Blog Mindomo. 19 August 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  23. ^ György, P. J., & Pavel, I. S. (2012) Mind Map Poznámkový Blok Online.vysoké Učení Technické V Brně
  24. ^ DeLauder, H., & Muilenburg, L. (March 2012). Improving reading comprehension through the use of graphic organizing websites. In Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference (pp. 3589–3593). Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
  25. ^ a b "Mindomo's new presentation mode: A marvel of simplicity". Mind Mapping Software Blog. 9 December 2011. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  26. ^ Vázquez-Cano, E., Martín-Monje, E., & Castrillo de Larreta-Azelain, M. D. (2016). Analysis of PLEs' Implementation under OER Design as a Productive Teaching-Learning Strategy in Higher Education. A Case Study at Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia. Digital Education Review, 29, 62–85.
  27. ^ Berg, Jesse. Visual Leap: A Step-by-Step Guide to Visual Learning for Teachers and Students. Lamprey & Lee, 2015.
  28. ^ "Mindomo – Pricing". mindomo.com. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  29. ^ a b c Basile, Abbie; Matis, Sherry (8 November 2018). "Is there an app for that? A review of mobile apps for information literacy classes". College & Research Libraries News. 79 (10): 546. doi:10.5860/crln.79.10.546. ISSN 2150-6698.
  30. ^ Nichols Hess, A., & Greer, K. (2014). Using Library Standards to Inform Common Core Instruction. Information Today, Inc.
  31. ^ How to share a Mindomo mind map assignment?, retrieved 27 January 2023
  32. ^ "Expert Software Applications Mindomo Review". PC Magazine. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  33. ^ a b Michael, Stratton (10 November 2014). Effective Project Manager. [Place of publication not identified]. ISBN 978-1-4566-2348-7. OCLC 1100894044.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link)
  34. ^ Stratton, Michael. "Free Download – Diagrams from The Effective Project Manager". Michael Stratton. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  35. ^ Araujo, R. C., & Gadanidis, G. (2019). Collaborative mind mapping to support online discussion in teacher education.
  36. ^ "Mindomo | OSAPAC / CCPALO". www.osapac.ca. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  37. ^ "The Best Mind Mapping Software". PC Magazine. Retrieved 8 March 2020.
  38. ^ "Mindomo – About". mindomo.com. Retrieved 8 March 2020.


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