Identify the main topic
Write the main topic in the center of the page
List the key ideas related to the main topic
Arrange the key ideas around the main topic
Connect the main topic to the key ideas with lines or arrows
Add linking words on the connecting lines
Break each key idea into smaller subtopics
Connect the subtopics to the related key ideas
Use short words or phrases for each concept
Organize the map from general ideas to specific ideas
Check the relationships between all concepts
Revise the layout for clarity and balance