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On-Track LearningOn Track Learning is the training and treatment subset of Applied Learning Technologies designed for children, adolescents and families. It is a comprehensive program emphasizing individual strengths, needs and resources. There are three main areas that the program is focused on:1) Assessment (clinical assessment, testing battery, and a collection of outside assessment from schools, doctors, etc.) 2) Treatment and Other Resources (clinical sessions, tutors and skills training) 3) Advocacy (presenting the individual’s information to the appropriate school or government agency to ensure that a system in place to give the client what they are entitled to by law). Our integration of these categories will help keep the individual “on-track” with their learning. Sometimes this requires multiple sessions per week either by phone, correspondence or in-office meetings. About Testing: We feel it's essential that individuals understand what comprehensive assessment is and what it can do. The state, federal and licensing board organizations all mandate that individuals with physical, emotional or learning disabilities be granted "reasonable accommodations" to take tests in. Assessment is changing significantly. Over the last ten years, a good portion of psychological assessment has changed. The testing evaluator needs to understand the purpose of the tests being given to an individual. All too often, doctors will administer the same test battery to each individual. Technology has significantly changed the access to the number of tests that are presently available. Now, the proper selection of tests for a particular individual is the most important component of evaluating the individual. Designing a test battery: We have more than 300 tests to choose from when designing an individual’s battery. When we select tests to be included in the battery, we consider the following: 1) What does the law require? The ADA requires a demonstration of learning disabilities that shows a discrepancy between one’s intelligence and achievement (content mastery appropriate to age level). For example, if someone has above average intelligence but below average achievement, this would likely signify a learning disability. 2) Specialized circumstances: There are many tests that were newly developed to demonstrate strengths or weaknesses in very specific areas including motivation to perform well on tests, ability to conceptualize, specific diagnoses. Sequence: The sequence of how the tests are given is important as well. A person who does well in the first hour of testing may vary dramatically in their results in the fifth hour of testing. We will find the range of experiences that will most effect the individual’s performance on the test. Environment: Many people find that they can study very well in their own home. The changing to an exam condition with other people around you has a significant effect on many individuals. In many cases, we may find it necessary to re-create a testing environment to understand the circumstances that will improve an individual’s performance. To learn more about On Track Learning, please read some of our client’s stories. Stories
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