Graphic organizers are visual tools or diagrams that can help you organize information and make connections or see patterns. These tools can be adapted to suit your purpose and style.
For example, you might use a Venn diagram to compare and contrast two types of rocks, or a cycle map to show the water cycle. Know your purpose, then choose the best tool.
Here are some common graphic organizers. How many of these have you heard of or used?
- Venn Diagram
- Compare and Contrast Chart
- Classification Chart
- Flow Chart
- Cycle Map (type of Flow Chart)
- Concept Map (see example in Scientific Method section of SOS)
- Bubble Map
- Spider Map
- Fishbone Diagram
