Learning Analytics

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Learning Analytics collected from various educational services across the University provide valuable insights into the learning and teaching process. Newcastle University employs a range of educational technologies with embedded analytics and aims to deploy a central view of these data for colleagues and students.

Our approach

Using learning analytics to support students is one of the Priority Actions in the University's Education Strategy.

Any use of learning analytics at the University should benefit students. Any learning analytics software, including , that utilises students' data and their online activities will be used in line with the University's commitment to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Student data and wellbeing privacy notices.

Newcastle University's Policy on the Ethical use of Student Data for Learning Analytics addresses the scope and objectives of learning analytics.

Canvas New Analytics

Canvas New Analytics is an interactive tool that offers insights into students’ performance and engagement within courses in Canvas.

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Case Studies: Learning Analytics

The Case Studies Database features a range of practical solutions to everyday teaching problems, with advice from colleagues on how initiatives were set up and why they were successful.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should you use learning analytics?

At Newcastle University, the key objectives of using learning analytics are to

enhance the student learning experience,
increase student academic attainment, and
support student wellbeing.

Engagement and learning experience

Students’ engagement in their learning is essential for them to excel and achieve their objectives. Self-organised and social interactions with the University’s facilities and services provide a starting point for students to reflect on their learning. Teaching staff can use analytics about students' learning preferences and interests. These insights may inform teachers' decisions about instruction, teaching and learning and assessment design and support for students.

Performance and academic attainment

With the increasing use of technology, students' academic attainment can be supported by enhancing their learning experience.

Student Wellbeing

Effective use of analytics at Newcastle University aims to support student wellbeing by helping them make informed decisions about their learning.

What is the educational potential of using learning analytics?

You can use learning analytics to support student learning. For example, knowing how many students viewed specific content could inform your instructional design, class discussions, assessments and future course development. Learning analytics can also inform supervision and discussions between personal tutors and tutees.

How can you use learning analytics?

Teachers, tutors and supervisors may have different purposes for using learning analytics, with varying frequency of use. While there is no 'one-size-fits-all', colleagues can use the tools within Canvas New Analytics or view these possible scenarios as a starting point.

What is the scope of using learning analytics at Newcastle University?

The approved Policy on the Ethical use of Student Data for Learning Analytics includes data in scope and out of the scope for the use of learning analytics at the University.

Who may benefit from the use of learning analytics?

Academic staff (Teachers and Teaching Assistants) can use learning analytics in their instructional design.
Functional groups such as course teams who seek to improve current courses or develop new curriculum offerings.
Directors and Administrators who support teaching and learning.

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