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Brainstorming, mind-mapping and storyboards
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Definition
Idea tools: brainstorming lists ideas freely, a mind map shows how ideas connect, a storyboard shows the screens or steps in order.
Example: A storyboard of three app screens.
Found in: syllabus, school notes.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y12 SE Project.
Question types it can appear in
- Drawing: Draw a storyboard
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
How to use it
A model sentence
“Idea tools: brainstorming lists ideas freely, a mind map shows how ideas connect, a storyboard shows the screens or steps in order.” Then apply it: A storyboard of three app screens.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past drawing and short answer questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Brainstorming, mind-mapping and storyboards in The Software Engineering Project (Year 12) · study that set
- Memorise: Define and analyse the requirements of a problem
- Notes: Explore tools used to develop ideas and generate solutions, including brainstorming,… (The Software Engineering Project (Year 12))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Brainstorming, mind-mapping and storyboards
Check yourself
Explain “Brainstorming, mind-mapping and storyboards” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
Idea tools: brainstorming lists ideas freely, a mind map shows how ideas connect, a storyboard shows the screens or steps in order.
Example: A storyboard of three app screens.
Could be tested as: Drawing, Short answer, Multiple choice.