Small data as a conversation starter for learning analytics: Exam results dashboard for first-year students in higher education

Journal of Research in Innovative Teaching & Learning

Katrien Verbert¹  Tom Broos²  Tinne De Laet³  Greet Langie⁴  Carolien Van Soom⁵ 

[1] Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Engineering Science, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium;Department of Computer Science, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium;Faculty of Engineering Science, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium;Faculty of Engineering Technology, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium;Faculty of Science, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium;

关键词: Higher education;    Case study;    First-year students;    Learning analytics;    Dashboard;    Small data;   

DOI  :  10.1108/JRIT-05-2017-0010

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to draw attention to the potential of “small data” to complement research in learning analytics (LA) and to share some of the insights learned from this approach. Design/methodology/approach - This study demonstrates an approach inspired by design science research, making a dashboard available to n=1,905 students in 11 study programs (used by n=887) to learn how it is being used and to gather student feedback. Findings - Students react positively to the LA dashboard, but usage and feedback differ depending on study success. Research limitations/implications - More research is needed to explore the expectations of a high-performing student with regards to LA dashboards. Originality/value - This publication demonstrates how a small data approach to LA contributes to building a better understanding.

【 授权许可】

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