Concept maps are a knowledge representation and organisation tool. It allows for data to be visualized and correlated in manner similar to the brain. Concept maps are usually created to answer a specific question, hence giving it a context. In typical team discussions concept maps are created on paper or on flow charts.

Concept Mapping with Touch & Write

LeCoOnt is a concept map editing tool, which uses the full capability of the Touch & Write table. Touching actions are used for arranging the concepts and semantic zooming, while pen-actions are used for drawing, connecting concepts, and handwriting. The handwritten strokes are automatically recognized and converted into a machine-readable string by the MyScript Builder from Vision Objects. Having a computer application enabled for concept mapping gives the ability to digitally share acquired knowledge. Furthermore, since the task of creating a concept map is usually performed under a group setting, using Touch & Write as a platform fits perfectly.

The Image Annotator is used to view, and organize photos. Our version of the photo organizer is unique, because it allows to write notes on the pictures using the digital pen. They can finally be recognized and transformed into digital labels.

The multitouch Google Maps component allows users to view locations around the world. Navigation and zooming is realized using simple hand gestures. Creation of polygons and markers can be made with the digital pen.

In future we plan to develop more tools and applications for several practices These include:

• Graphical user interfaces for the Nepomuk Semantic Desktop
• Presentation platform on Touch & Write
• Architectural design platform
• Interactive physics games using both input metaphores