Learning technologists and educational developers applying for CMALT certification.
Starting your CMALT portfolio from scratch and need a comprehensive outline of all required sections.
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About
The CMALT Sections mind map template provides a structured framework for learning technologists preparing their Certified Member of the Association for Learning Technology (CMALT) portfolio. With 177 nodes organized across 9 major branches, it covers every required section from Contextual Statement to Future Plans. Key branches include 'Core Area 1: Operational Issues', which explores 'Use of Xerte' and 'Advanced Grading', and 'Core Area 3: The wider context', which addresses 'IPR' and 'Data Protection'. This template serves as a comprehensive checklist and evidence organizer, helping candidates systematically compile their portfolio.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
CMALT candidates in the final stages of portfolio preparation.
Reviewing your existing portfolio to ensure you haven't missed any core areas or evidence types.
Learning technologists seeking concrete ideas to demonstrate their technical knowledge.
Brainstorming evidence examples for specific criteria like 'Use of Xerte' or 'Advanced Grading'.
How to use this template
Step 1
Open and Explore the CMALT Framework
Download the .xmind file and open it to navigate through the nine major branches covering all required portfolio sections.
Step 2
Customize Content and Reflective Evidence
Replace the placeholder text in the description and reflection nodes with your personal professional experiences and learning technology insights.
Step 3
Organize Supporting Files and Ideas
Drag and drop your supporting evidence files directly onto the nodes and use the ideas branch to capture additional portfolio notes.
Frequently asked questions
The template includes 9 major sections: Contextual Statement, four Core Areas (Operational Issues, Teaching/learning/assessment, Wider context, Communication), Specialist options, Future plans, Confirmation, and Other stuff. Each section has sub-nodes for Description, Evidence, Reflection, and Ideas.
Open the .xmind file in Xmind, then fill each section with your own content. For each core area, add evidence (e.g., workshop listings, feedback) and reflections. Use the Ideas nodes to brainstorm examples like 'Moodle Quizzes' or 'Webinars'.
Yes, the template is fully editable in Xmind. You can add, remove, or rename nodes, attach files as evidence, and reorganize branches to match your portfolio structure.
It requires a concise biography, links to your CV, and a description of your current role. It also asks for evidence (e.g., line management records) and reflection on what you hope to gain as a learning technologist.
While designed for CMALT, the structure (description, evidence, reflection) can be adapted for other teaching or technology portfolios by modifying the core area headings.
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