A concept map is a graphic, hierarchically arranged knowledge representation that reflects the content of an individual's semantic long-term memory. In this article we describe the basic mapping technique, a number of variations on the technique, how faculty members can use concept maps as an adjunct to traditional assessment techniques in psychology courses, and as a means of evaluating students' maps both quantitatively and qualitatively. Based on the results of a comparison between students' concepts maps completed at the beginning and the end of semester, we conclude that the technique is effective at evaluating students' knowledge.
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