Learning Analytics

January 30, 2017

Using Big Data To Improve Workplace Learning

Technology allows massive amounts of data to be analyzed and organized in order to personalize and improve goods and services. And it is for this reason that it is now possible to use Big Data to enhance education. Read how companies can use Big Data to improve workplace learning experiences.

by Tracy Scott

December 27, 2016

5 Types Of Big Data To Extract From Your LMS And How To Use It

Most LMS platforms are now packed with powerful reporting features. However, you need to know which data is worth a closer look to get the most from your eLearning course. In this article, I'll highlight the 5 types of Big Data to extract from your Learning Management System. Then I'll share 5 tips on how to use it to improve your eLearning course.

by Christopher Pappas

December 6, 2016

Training Providers: 5 Ways To Use Data To Create Better Content

Data is changing the way training and content providers create content. You can now use data to create better content products (aka courses) that are specifically designed to meet the needs of your customers, and even increase engagement and retention.

by Steve Penfold

November 23, 2016

5 Top Sources Of Big Data In eLearning

Big Data is a hot commodity. It gives you the power to perfect your eLearning course design and improve your eLearning ROI. But you have to know where to find it in order to reap the rewards. In this article, I'll highlight the 5 primary sources of Big Data in eLearning.

by Christopher Pappas

October 23, 2016

Teaching And Learning Analytics To Support Teacher Inquiry

This is the fourth and final article of a series discussing analytics for the classroom teacher. Here, we focus on Teaching and Learning Analytics.

by Demetrios G. Sampson

October 22, 2016

Learning Analytics: Analyze Your Lesson To Discover More About Your Students

This is the third in a series of articles discussing analytics for the classroom teacher. Here, we focus on Learning Analytics as the technology that can reinforce teachers to discover more about their students to provide them with personalized support.

by Demetrios G. Sampson

October 21, 2016

Teaching Analytics: Analyze Your Lesson Plans To Improve Them

This is the second in a series of articles discussing analytics for the classroom teacher. Here, we focus on Teaching Analytics and how it can support classroom teachers to reflect on their teaching designs.

by Demetrios G. Sampson

October 20, 2016

Educational Data Analytics Technologies For Data-Driven Decision Making In Schools

This is the first in a series of articles discussing analytics for the classroom teacher. Here, we focus on educational data analytics technologies for supporting data-driven decision making in schools.

by Demetrios G. Sampson

October 3, 2016

Data Analytics: Ensuring eLearning Efficiency

Analytics have been around in pedagogy since mass education allowed teachers to gather student performance data and use it to refine their teaching techniques. From comparing student performance and administering attention to setting exam benchmarks, data analytics have been fundamental in learning mechanisms.

by Sayan Guha

September 19, 2016

8 Types Of eLearning Analytics To Obtain From Google And Your LMS

Surveys, focus groups, and interviews are some of the most popular ways to gather eLearning course feedback. However, your eLearning analytics offer a wealth of eLearning Big Data. In this article, I’ll share 8 types of eLearning analytics your can obtain both from Google and your Learning Management System.

by Christopher Pappas

July 20, 2016

6 LMS Metrics eLearning Professionals Should Look For

Are you in the market for a new Learning Management System with robust analytics and reporting features? If so, do you know WHICH information you need to track in order to increase your eLearning ROI and improve your eLearning course design? In this article, I’ll highlight the 6 most valuable LMS metrics that your Learning Management System should measure.

by Christopher Pappas

July 15, 2016

Engagement Trees: Social Learning Analytics And 3D Printing Social Learning Data

Social learning analytics offer insight into how online learners connect and form community in co-creating knowledge. Visualizing engagement data in a course can help make sense of a complex social learning context; but how can we visualize the impact of student contributions? We 3D print it.

by John Michael Scott