Tracking Trends
Individual session scores tell part of the story. Trends reveal your learning journey over time - where you've improved, where you've plateaued, and where to focus next.
Understanding Trend Data
The Trend Chart
Your dashboard includes a line chart showing scores over time:
- X-axis - Sessions in chronological order
- Y-axis - Your scores (0-100)
- Line - Your performance trajectory
Trend Indicators
The dashboard shows:
- Improving - Scores trending upward
- Stable - Consistent performance
- Declining - Scores trending downward
What Trends Tell You
Upward Trends
When scores are rising:
- Your practice is paying off
- You're building mastery
- Keep doing what you're doing
Flat Trends
When scores stay consistent:
- You've reached a plateau
- Consider changing your approach
- Focus on specific weak areas to break through
Downward Trends
When scores are falling:
- You may need more practice time
- Review fundamentals in declining areas
- Consider if external factors are affecting performance
Setting Goals
Short-term Goals
- Improve one specific area by your next session
- Achieve a target score on a particular topic
- Complete a set number of practice sessions
Long-term Goals
- Reach "Superior" level in all areas
- Maintain consistent scores across topics
- Build confidence for your actual exam
Tracking Specific Areas
In addition to overall trends, track individual rubric areas:
- Go to your dashboard
- Click on a specific area in the radar chart
- See that area's trend over time
- Identify if some areas improve faster than others
Using Trends Effectively
Regular Check-ins
- Review trends weekly
- Look for patterns across multiple sessions
- Adjust practice based on what you see
Before Important Practice
- Review which areas need focus
- Plan to address weak spots
- Set specific goals for the session
Celebrating Progress
- Notice improvements, even small ones
- Acknowledge when you reach goals
- Use progress as motivation to continue
Related:
- Analytics Dashboard - Your performance home
- Understanding Rubric Scores - What scores mean