Introduction

Graphic Organizers

Examples include:

•Cluster Diagram

•Problem-Solving Matrix

•Flowchart

•Block Diagrams

•Topologies

•Spectrum Diagram


	The graphic organizer allows students to represent their knowledge through shapes, charts, diagrams, and sometimes images. It is a metacognitive tool in visual form. Graphic organizers allow students to arrange a large chunk of new information into smaller chunks of information. These smaller pieces are easier to learn and when tied together, they will evolve into more comprehensive understandings.

	Examples include:
	Cluster Diagram
	Problem-Solving Matrix
	Flowchart
	Block Diagrams
	Topologies
	Spectrum Diagram

	These are better explained in target indicator 5.4.7