https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0 ELDT6120, University of North Carolina Charlotte, Summer 2023 en-us 2023-05-28 18:31:35 UTC 2023-06-17 15:10:28 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4c8.png jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607285853 Analytics is "the process of developing actionable insights through problem definition and applying statistical models and analysis against...data" (Cooper, 2012). In education, Learning Analytics incorporates a wide range of tools and techniques for data collection, analysis, and reporting related to learning. ]]> 2023-05-28 18:40:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607285853 jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607314928 Learning analytics can measure information about learning behaviors, outcomes, decision-making, and process, and can serve various stakeholders beyond learners and educators including policy makers, institutional leaders, and industry professionals.]]> 2023-05-28 20:16:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607314928 jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607316153 In recent years, advancements in AI have transformed the possibilities and use cases for Learning Analytics. Many technology platforms incorporate artificial intelligence that leverages learning analytics to produce personalized feedback, individualized learner pathways, and more. ]]> 2023-05-28 20:21:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607316153 jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607316930 Learning Analytics allow educational stakeholders to make data-informed decisions to optimize and improve the learning process and experience. Learning analytics can empower educators to recognize patterns, provide targeted interventions, and reflect on teaching best practices. ]]> 2023-05-28 20:23:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607316930 jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607318806 Another advantage to using learning analytics is the ability to create predictive models so that stakeholders can plan for the future of education. For example, identifying performance or behavior patterns that suggest a learner is at risk. ]]> 2023-05-28 20:30:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607318806 jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607319971 As a professional, Learning Analytics is an essential trend to understand and track. Learning Analytics can be used to solve problems plaguing learners and educators across all markets. Developments in educational technology can provide solutions that save time, accelerate learning, and improve the learner experience. ]]> 2023-05-28 20:34:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607319971 jwalsh35 https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607320265 Learning analytics provide a pathway to machine-generated insights that can be produced faster and at scale. The result can be students receiving feedback and leveled content faster, and educators and institutional leaders that are able to recognize trends and gaps more quickly. ]]> 2023-05-28 20:35:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jwalsh35/4mlsbfc7d3f0vel0/wish/2607320265