The term Mindtools represents a concept, not a real entity. The following is based upon ideas expressed in the text "Computers in the Classroom" written by David H. Jonassen. ISBN 0-02-361101-X. The concepts discussed in this book are clearly a different way of approaching a technology curriculum in the classroom. If you are a decision maker in an educational setting, you need to read this book. Now.
Mindtools are computer applications that require students to think in meaningful ways in order to use the application to represent what they know. The tools include databases, spreadsheets, semantic networks, expert systems, computer conferencing. multimedia and hypermedia construction, computer programming, and microworld learning environments.
Mindtools can be used in any curricula area and most are suitable for any age student. The book explains in succinct language how to implement mindtools in an educational setting.