Mind map with Onenote create

You can create in OneNote mind maps easily with shapes and arrows, even. So, too, complex mind maps to succeed in them.

Step-by-step Mindmap in OneNote

In the ribbon menu "Draw" you will find the necessary tools for your mind map.

Select the forms appropriate for your Mindmap.
You connect the individual points with lines or arrows, see also forms.
By Clicking and Dragging, you can move all elements freely on the screen. At the corners you can change the forms in the size.
Colors and thickness of the frame to fit you by clicking on the desired Element. Then, you navigate to the Draw tab and select "pins" to your favorites. You can also use the button in the "color and thickness".
Text you can enter easily. Click in a Form to the desired location. Then, you type your Text. These you can position by Clicking and Dragging.
Extra tip: Point the mouse cursor on the marking of the shapes and move the pointer then on the mini toolbar. Here are all of the important processing steps are available to you, without you having to navigate through the menus.

A further possibility is OneNote with a Mindmap App to expand.

A helpful Tool is a Gem Favorites for OneNote.
This App for OneNote 2010 – 2016, however, is not free of charge. After a 30-day trial period you can buy the Plugin for 22 USD.

As you mind maps with Word can create in the next practical tip.