learning-gap-analyzer

Learning Gap Analyzer

Frameworks for diagnosing knowledge gaps, creating targeted remediation plans, and designing effective learning strategies using evidence-based techniques.

Knowledge Mapping

Self-Assessment Matrix

KNOWLEDGE MAP: [Subject/Domain]

Topic                    | Awareness | Understanding | Application | Mastery
                         | (1)       | (2)           | (3)         | (4)
-------------------------|-----------|---------------|-------------|--------
[Subtopic 1]             | [ ]       | [ ]           | [ ]         | [ ]
[Subtopic 2]             | [ ]       | [ ]           | [ ]         | [ ]
[Subtopic 3]             | [ ]       | [ ]           | [ ]         | [ ]
[Subtopic 4]             | [ ]       | [ ]           | [ ]         | [ ]
[Subtopic 5]             | [ ]       | [ ]           | [ ]         | [ ]

LEVELS:
  1 - Awareness:     I've heard of it, can recognize the term
  2 - Understanding: I can explain the concept in my own words
  3 - Application:   I can use it to solve problems independently
  4 - Mastery:       I can teach it, adapt it, and combine with other concepts

SCORING GUIDE:
  Mark your honest current level for each topic.
  Gaps = Topics where your level is below the target level.
  Priority = High target importance + large gap size.

Concept Dependency Map

PREREQUISITE CHAIN: [Domain]

Build knowledge in this order (each level requires prior levels):

Level 1 (Foundations):
  □ [Concept A] → Required for everything else
  □ [Concept B] → Required for everything else

Level 2 (Core):
  □ [Concept C] ← Requires: A
  □ [Concept D] ← Requires: A, B
  □ [Concept E] ← Requires: B

Level 3 (Intermediate):
  □ [Concept F] ← Requires: C, D
  □ [Concept G] ← Requires: D, E

Level 4 (Advanced):
  □ [Concept H] ← Requires: F, G
  □ [Concept I] ← Requires: G

DIAGNOSTIC APPROACH:
  1. Test understanding at Level 3+
  2. If gaps found, trace back to prerequisites
  3. Start remediation at the earliest gap in the chain
  4. Don't skip ahead — build foundations first