CMap, a mind map and concept tool

Description: CMap is a tool to create and edit mind and concept maps. Users can create and connect different nodes, label them, and change the font or size of letters, among many others. CMap does not require setting up an account for use, but it must be downloaded. It is developed by the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) and is completely free.

Evaluation: CMap is a valuable and easy-to-use tool with a professional-looking interface. Like other mind and concept mapping tools, it offers users the ability to visually organise and represent knowledge, which is essential for brainstorming and analysing complex topics, as well as facilitating language learning. CMap is highly customisable and can be operated offline, being well-suited for effective and asynchronous group work outside the classroom.

Cost: Free without registration.

Respect for privacy Privacy evaluations indicate how a tool handles personal data collection, storage, and sharing, including GDPR compliance and security measures, among others. The ICT-REV team provides them for informational purposes, reflecting our best understanding at the time of review, but assumes no legal responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of these evaluations and encourages users to conduct their own assessments: Medium. The IHMC, which operates CMap, offers high levels of privacy. As a desktop application, CMap stores data locally on the user's device. When using the CMap Cloud or public CMapServers, users must create an account, but IHMC does not share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Still, CMap uses Google AdSense Advertising to show ads on its website. The tool provides users with control over their maps' visibility (private or public). CMap does not state compliance with the GDPR. See more here.

Type Of Interaction: Group/pair work - classmates, Individual work,

Content: Website/other users supply, You supply,

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