Mind Mapping: Teaching and Learning Strategy for Physical Therapy Curricula

Background and Purpose. As physical therapist educators, creating an environment that engages students in their learning journey is our primary role. One teaching and learning strategy that has recently emerged in higher education is mind mapping (MM). The purpose of this position paper is to discuss the tenets and theoretical rationale associated with mind mapping, explore current literature on MM, and inform physical therapist educators of this teaching and learning strategy. Discussion/Conclusion. This position paper offers insight that physical therapist educational programs can use to explore mind mapping as a teaching and learning strategy.