Outcome mapping is a development project approach that focuses on a project’s overall effect on a community over time, documenting changes in community behavior. It involves intentional design, outcome and performance monitoring, and evaluation planning, and is often used in conjunction with traditional assessment methodologies. Success is sustainable progress brought about by behavioral changes of […]
Crime mapping is a tool used by law enforcement to visually represent crimes on a map, identifying patterns and areas of interest. It began in the 1980s and has since integrated demographic and neighborhood information. Crime maps are often released to the public to inform citizens about crime patterns in their areas. Crime mapping is […]
Perceptual mapping is a marketing technique that visually demonstrates how consumers perceive a company’s products. Marketers use survey data to plot data points along axes to identify areas for improvement or cost-effective niches. It can be used for existing or new products, but market research must be conducted carefully. Perceptual mapping is a technique used […]
Curriculum mapping uses software to evaluate teaching effectiveness and hold schools accountable for teaching standards. It was created in the 1980s and a model was formed in 1997 by Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs. Curriculum maps help organize requirements and assess whether they are being met, and can be used as a planning tool. Teachers work […]
Concept mapping is the process of creating a visual aid to organize ideas and their relationships. It involves brainstorming, grouping, and linking concepts. Concept maps can simplify complex ideas and aid in further brainstorming or explaining concepts to others. The process starts with identifying elements and writing them as separate items, then organizing and connecting […]
Business process mapping uses visual layouts and written words to explain functions. Process mapping software can document existing processes, model proposed changes, and automate functions. It can also help companies comply with regulations and identify areas for improvement. Business process mapping is a concept that uses written words and visual layouts to explain typical functions. […]
Cognitive mapping is the process by which people process their environment, solve problems, and use memory. It was first identified in the late 1940s by Edward Tolman, who observed that rats had internalized the composition of a maze into their brains. Cognitive mapping is now being used in psychotherapy to help patients better navigate their […]
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