The article discusses the theory and construction of concept maps, which are graphical tools used to organize and represent knowledge. Concept maps consist of concepts (usually labeled with words or symbols) and relationships between these concepts, indicated by connecting lines and linking words or phrases. The hierarchical structure of concept maps places more general concepts at the top and more specific ones below, and they often include cross-links to show relationships between different domains of knowledge. The article emphasizes the importance of meaningful learning, where new knowledge is integrated with existing knowledge, and how concept maps can facilitate this process. It also highlights the role of the human brain's memory systems in organizing and retaining knowledge, particularly the working memory's limited capacity for processing relationships between concepts. The article introduces CmapTools, a software tool that supports the construction and collaboration on concept maps, allowing users to link resources and collaborate remotely. The software is described as a powerful tool for both capturing and creating new knowledge, and it is suggested that concept maps can be used to facilitate collaborative and distance learning. The article concludes by discussing a new model for education that centers around concept maps, emphasizing the importance of teacher training and changing assessment practices to focus on performance-based learning.The article discusses the theory and construction of concept maps, which are graphical tools used to organize and represent knowledge. Concept maps consist of concepts (usually labeled with words or symbols) and relationships between these concepts, indicated by connecting lines and linking words or phrases. The hierarchical structure of concept maps places more general concepts at the top and more specific ones below, and they often include cross-links to show relationships between different domains of knowledge. The article emphasizes the importance of meaningful learning, where new knowledge is integrated with existing knowledge, and how concept maps can facilitate this process. It also highlights the role of the human brain's memory systems in organizing and retaining knowledge, particularly the working memory's limited capacity for processing relationships between concepts. The article introduces CmapTools, a software tool that supports the construction and collaboration on concept maps, allowing users to link resources and collaborate remotely. The software is described as a powerful tool for both capturing and creating new knowledge, and it is suggested that concept maps can be used to facilitate collaborative and distance learning. The article concludes by discussing a new model for education that centers around concept maps, emphasizing the importance of teacher training and changing assessment practices to focus on performance-based learning.