Structural Development of Biology Education through Concept maps

To be an important educational method is using a concept map in the form of a two- or multi-dimensional patterned tool that presents the relationship, relationships and sequence of concepts in clear ways considered. The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility of using concept maps in teaching biology. For this purpose, topics from biology courses have been selected and their capacity to be taught using a variety of common and special concept maps in teaching biology is discussed. The statistical sample includes all biology textbooks in the secondary high school. The research method was descriptive using documentary studies, the content of sites providing educational solutions and the use of personal experiences. Findings of this study show typical concept maps (including six main types of spider, hierarchical, flow, cyclic, tabular and system) and special concept maps (including three types of visual landscapes, three or more dimensions and mandala) are useful methods teaching biology. The results indicate that the provision of concept map-based education compared to that of conventional methods shows a positive effect on the understanding and application of content. On the other hand, due to the diversity of scientific topics, the use of different methods of concept maps will improve the teaching-learning activities, increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the educational system.