Progressing a plan after thorough analysis can initially seem daunting. This help center article breaks down the process into manageable steps, ensuring clarity and ease in implementation.
Step 1: Analyze Post-Baseline Performance
Focus on identifying the areas where the individual has shown the least proficiency or where there is considerable scope for improvement. This first step is critical for tailoring the next training plan to address specific areas that require more focus and development.
Step 2: Target Weak Cognitive Demands
In the next plan, give priority to the cognitive areas where the individual showed weaknesses. The aim is to turn these weaknesses into strengths by applying focused and consistent practice, ensuring that these areas receive the attention and development they need.
Step 3: Apply Specific Training Modes
Depending on the identified weaknesses, different training modes can be applied to increase the challenge and effectiveness of the plan:
Step 4: Adjust Task Parameters
Enhance the training regimen by:
Intensifying Tasks: Make tasks more challenging to push the individual's limits.
Altering Duration: Adjusting the length of tasks can help in gradually building endurance and focus.
Changing Task Placement & Integration: The arrangement of tasks can significantly influence performance and outcomes. For example, beginning with difficult tasks to initially fatigue the brain and then transitioning to simpler tasks, or doing the reverse, can determine the effectiveness of the session. Moreover, the manner in which tasks are integrated with physical training—whether conducted before, after, or in conjunction with physical activity, either continuously or intermittently—can modify the intensity of a training session.
Conclusion and Next Steps
Analyze the Data: Understand where improvements are needed.
Focus on Weaknesses: Direct efforts towards areas that require the most attention.
Customize Tasks: Use different modes to make tasks more challenging and individualized.
By following these steps, you can create a more dynamic and effective training plan that is responsive to the individual's needs and progress. The goal is not just to progress but to do so in a way that is meaningful, targeted, and conducive to long-term improvement and success.