Knowledge maps are the representation of “detailed, interconnected, nonlinear thought”(Fisher & Kibby, 1996). Knowledge mapping serves as both an instructional and assessment tool to illustrate both declarative knowledge (facts, definitions, statements) and to a lesser extent, procedural knowledge (how something is done, e.g., processes for problem solving, plans, decision making). A well-constructed map demonstrates knowledge of key ideas within a domain as well as how these ideas are interrelated (Baker, Niemi, Novak, & Herl, 1992; Chung, O’Neil, & Herl, 1999; Churcher, 1989; Herl, Baker, & Niemi, 1996; Jonassen, Beissner, & Yacci, 1993; Jonassen, Reeves, Hong, Harvey, & Peters, 1997; Novak, 1998). This paper is a brief introduction to knowledge mapping, and provides an overview of the key features of a concept map and how to go about creating one, and ends with some recommendations for selecting meaningful links.