Concept maps in Power Electronics education

An effective role of concept mapping in teaching, learning, and assessment in Power Electronics is described. It is shown that the concept maps are a suitable tool to support teachers in promoting students´ comprehension of the contents of learning material and improving their understanding of new concepts. This technique helps students to see what they have acquired from the classes. It develops students´ ability to connect new and prior concepts, and reinforces knowledge integration by providing students with an activity that promotes such integration. Also, concept maps are regarded as a valuable tool of assessment procedures.