Creating Your Work in JIT Branch

JIT Branch allows learners to create and explore branching databases using simple yes/no classification questions. It’s a valuable tool for teaching logical thinking, sorting, and data handling in a visual and interactive way.


Getting Started

  1. Open JIT and select ‘Branch’.

  2. Choose a starting point:

    • Select a template, or

    • Click ‘Picture’ to upload your own background from:

      • My Files

      • Google Image Search

      • Webcam

Your selected image will appear as the background behind your database.




Simple vs. Advanced Mode

JIT Branch offers two levels of complexity to suit different learner needs:

  • Simple Mode:
    Uses pictures only, ideal for younger pupils who are developing basic classification skills.

  • Advanced Mode:
    Allows additional information such as titles and descriptions. This supports deeper learning for pupils ready to classify using a mix of visual and textual data.

You can switch between modes depending on the needs and experience level of your learners.


Adding Data to Classify

Before creating your branches, you'll need to add the data items to be sorted.

You can add images from:

  • The built-in picture libraries

  • My Files or shared files

  • Camera (take a photo directly)

  • Google Image Search

To add an item, simply click on the picture. It will appear in the sorting tray ready to be classified.



Sorting Your Data

  1. Click the ‘Sort’ button to begin.

  2. Enter your first yes/no question in the text box.

  3. Drag and drop each item into either the Yes or No box based on how they answer the question.

  4. Click ‘OK’ to confirm.

Continue this process:

  • Add a new question at each level.

  • Sort the items further until each one is fully classified.

Once all sorting is complete, a branching map will be generated. This allows you to:

  • Review your data structure

  • Edit questions or images by clicking the pencil icon in the top left of each node



Using the Branching Database

To test your branching database:

  1. Click the ‘Play’ button.

  2. Choose a data item to classify.

  3. Answer each yes/no question prompted by the database.

  4. Once completed, the database will ask whether it has correctly identified the item.

This provides a simple and engaging way for learners to see how branching logic works.