Since the 1970s mind mapping has been the go to source for planning and brainstorming. Before long mind maps found its way into the education field and has proven to be the next best thing for both students and teachers. Teachers only have a few months during the summer to prepare for the upcoming academic year and those who work all year have less than this. Teachers of all levels use mind maps to help lighten the work load and focus on what’s most important, the students. Mind maps are the perfect solution to help instructors organize and complete these tasks in much less time than it may normally take. Below are top ways mind mapping help teachers to save time and be more productive.