Planning and developing ideas

Mind mapping and organising information, this software allows you to import to and export from Microsoft Office documents.

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Mind mapping and organising information, imports from and exports to Microsoft Office and Open Office.

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A full-featured mind mapping and brainstorming tool, designed to generate ideas and inspire creativity.

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Evernote is note taking software but it can also save clips from the web. You can organise your information into folders, give tags and share folders with others if you wish. It has apps and an online version and will sync across different devices. You can upload 60 MB of notes free every month though if you need more you would need to pay for the premium version.

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Microsoft’s note taking software. Similar features to Evernote.

OneNote is available for free to all Swansea University students through Office 365.

Mind mapping software. You can drag and drop images into it and also collaborate with others on the same map.

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Easy mind mapping tool although unfortunately you can only create three free maps.

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A free browser-based mind mapping tool.

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A simple online wall where you can share ideas with others.

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A system for making structured lists. It can also be used for planning topics and ideas if you enjoy linear systems.

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