Overview of Planning and Organizing Tools
Planning and organizing tools include outlining and concept mapping software, lesson planning software, and scheduling/time management tools. A summary of these, with sample products and classroom uses is shown below.
| Software Tools | Sample Products | Description/Sample Classroom Uses |
| Outlining and concept mapping software |
Inspiration VisiMap StoryWeaver |
Help students organize their ideas in outline or concept map form to prepare for writing; help create story structures. |
| Lesson planners |
Centron's Lesson Power Freemind Cmap Teacher Planet |
Help teachers prepare and document lesson plans. |
| Scheduling and time management tools |
ThoughtManager for Teachers Reel Logix |
Help teachers organize their time and plan activities. |
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