Brainstorm
Teachers or learners starting to plan a new topic of any kind may find it useful to start with key words. These words are usually identified in the syllabus and are certainly included in the National Curriculum Schemes of Work in England. The words help to define the scope and content of any project or piece of writing and can include the names of people, events, dates and technical terms. These are often the same words that appear in tests or examinations. Other key words such as when, how, who, why and where can be helpful in certain types of writing or research.
The key feature of an effective brainstorm is the non-judgemental way in which ideas are accepted. Quality control comes later, although teachers will want to censor offensive or plainly silly suggestions.
EyeWrite offers users a Brainstorm function that allows learners or teachers to identify key words including headings, ideas, people, equipment, dates and questions. The software displays these words randomly on the screen and, when the user is ready, transfers them to the WordHoard at the side of the screen
Tutorial 2: Brainstorm
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