Collinear’s analytics dashboard provides powerful insights into student performance, helping you identify trends, track progress, and make data-driven instructional decisions. This guide will help you understand and utilize these analytics features effectively.

Accessing the Analytics Dashboard

The analytics dashboard gives you a comprehensive view of student performance:

1. Navigate to Dashboard: Log in to your Collinear account and click on “Analytics” in the main navigation.
2. Select Class: Choose the class you want to analyze from the dropdown menu.
3. Set Time Period: Filter data by time period (e.g., current term, specific month, or custom date range).
4. View Analytics: Explore the various charts, graphs, and data visualizations available.

Understanding Performance Metrics

Collinear tracks several key performance indicators:

Class-Level Metrics

• Average Score: The mean score across all assignments for the selected period.
• Score Distribution: A histogram showing the distribution of scores across the class.
• Improvement Trend: A line graph showing how class performance has changed over time.
• Concept Mastery: Breakdown of performance by mathematical concept or topic.

Student-Level Metrics

• Individual Performance: Detailed view of each student’s performance across assignments.
• Strengths and Weaknesses: Identification of concepts where students excel or struggle.
• Engagement Metrics: Data on how students interact with feedback and corrections.
• Progress Over Time: Visualization of individual student growth throughout the term.

Analyzing Concept Mastery

One of Collinear’s most powerful features is its ability to track performance by mathematical concept:

Viewing Concept Breakdown

1. Navigate to Concepts Tab: From the analytics dashboard, select the “Concepts” tab.
2. Review Mastery Levels: See color-coded indicators of mastery levels for each concept.
3. Sort and Filter: Arrange concepts by mastery level, importance, or curriculum order.
4. Drill Down: Click on any concept to see detailed performance data and specific examples.

Using Concept Data

• Identify Gaps: Quickly spot concepts that need additional instruction.
• Group Students: Create targeted intervention groups based on similar concept struggles.
• Track Improvement: Monitor how concept mastery improves after focused instruction.
• Curriculum Planning: Use data to inform future lesson planning and emphasis.

Generating Reports

Collinear allows you to create and share detailed performance reports:

Creating Reports

1. Select Report Type: Choose from pre-built report templates or create a custom report.
2. Set Parameters: Define the time period, students, and metrics to include.
3. Generate Report: Click “Generate” to create your report.
4. Export Options: Download as PDF, Excel, or share directly via email.

Available Report Types

• Class Summary: Overview of class performance across all assignments.
• Student Progress: Detailed report on individual student performance.
• Concept Analysis: Breakdown of class performance by mathematical concept.
• Assignment Comparison: Side-by-side comparison of performance across different assignments.
• Term Comparison: Analysis of performance changes between terms or academic periods.

Setting Up Alerts and Notifications

Stay informed about important performance trends with customizable alerts:

Configuring Alerts

1. Navigate to Alert Settings: From the analytics dashboard, click on “Alert Settings.”
2. Create New Alert: Click “Add Alert” and select the alert type.
3. Set Conditions: Define the conditions that will trigger the alert.
4. Choose Notification Method: Select how you want to be notified (email, in-app, etc.).

Alert Types

• Performance Thresholds: Alerts when class or student performance falls below a specified level.
• Improvement Milestones: Notifications when students achieve significant improvement.
• Concept Mastery: Alerts about changes in concept mastery levels.
• Engagement Issues: Notifications about students who aren’t reviewing feedback.

Using Data to Inform Instruction

Collinear’s analytics are designed to help you make informed instructional decisions:

Practical Applications

• Targeted Interventions: Identify students who need additional support on specific concepts.
• Curriculum Adjustments: Modify your teaching approach based on concept mastery data.
• Student Conferences: Use individual performance data during student or parent conferences.
• Department Planning: Share anonymized data with colleagues to improve curriculum alignment.

For more detailed information on using analytics features, please explore our video tutorials or contact our support team for personalized assistance.