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The Educational Application of Teacher-Made Mind Maps on Students
Shan-Qin Wang1, Jin-Lan Zhou1, Kai-Deng Hong1
1Division of Nephrology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, China.
Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
|February 14, 2026
Summary
Teacher-made mind maps significantly improved medical students' academic performance in symptomatology. Students perceived mind maps positively, indicating their effectiveness for educational applications.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Traditional teaching methods may not fully engage all medical students.
- Mind mapping is a visual tool that can aid in organizing complex information.
- Teacher-created resources can be tailored to specific curriculum needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the educational utility of teacher-made mind maps for medical students.
- To assess the impact of mind maps on academic performance in symptomatology.
- To gauge student perceptions and reception of mind map usage.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental, single-group pre-test/post-test design was utilized.
- Fifty-five medical students participated in the study from September 2022 to April 2024.
- Effectiveness was measured by comparing pre- and post-test scores; perceptions were gathered via questionnaires.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant improvement in test scores was observed post-intervention (p <0.001).
- The majority of students reported favourable perceptions and feedback regarding the mind maps.
- Teacher-made mind maps demonstrated effectiveness in enhancing academic performance.
Conclusions:
- Teacher-made mind maps are an effective pedagogical tool for medical education.
- Mind maps positively influence student academic performance and are well-received.
- The integration of mind maps is recommended for enhancing student teaching and learning outcomes.
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