Planning and organising
Mind mapping tools
If you are a visual thinker and prefer to do your planning in a non-lineal way mind mapping tools can help with:
- brainstorming ideas
- organising and structuring your assignment or project
- planning your tasks over time using the timeline tools
- creating summaries and memory aids for revision.
MindView
MindView is available on UAL PCs and Macs via Company Portal and UAL Self Service. Key features include:
- use a template or create a new map
- attach files, pictures, lecture notes and web links to your map
- apply project manager tools like timeline and Gantt chart
- export your mind map to Word to help you structure your essay.
To learn how to use MindView watch the MindView Quick Start videos, read the MindView LibGuide or visit iView Learning for video tutorials.
WiseMapping
WiseMapping is an online mind mapping app. It's free and open- source. It has a nice collaboration feature and you can share your map with others by email.
Other apps and tools
Check the UAL Padlet Assistive tech tools: quick and easy accessibility apps and extensions.
Organising tools
Use these easy tools to stay organised and follow the progress of your project.
Trello
Trello is a free web-based application that allows you to create a board for your project. Your projects are saved in the cloud, so all your devices are instantly updated and there's also a mobile app.
- Add lists and cards to the board
- Organise and manage your tasks
- Share your project and assign tasks to people in your group
To Do in Microsoft 365
To Do, is integrated with Outlook on the web. It is also available as a free mobile app. You can use it to :
- Create lists of your daily tasks
- Create tasks from your flagged Outlook emails
- My Day daily planner lets you add tasks and prioritise by importance or due date
To access, sign into Microsoft 365 with your UAL email.
Magic ToDo
Use Magic ToDO to help you break down a task or project into smaller and easier to manage sub-tasks. You can also get an estimate of the time each step will take. Magic ToDo is part of Goblin Tools, created with neurodiversity in mind
Notes
Notes is a useful app within your iPhone allowing you to add notes on the go. Your notes can include webpages, photographs, documents and audio notes. Use as a reminder of the library resources you want to check, things to do or ideas for projects.