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Which of the following best describes learning analytics?
Which of the following best describes learning analytics?
- The measurement, collection, analysis, and reporting of data about learners and their contexts for the purpose of understanding and optimizing learning. (correct)
- The use of social media and online tools to track learners' activities and behaviors.
- The growth of online learning since the 1990s.
- The evaluation of teaching and learning in online environments through the analysis of data.
What has contributed to the advancement of learning analytics?
What has contributed to the advancement of learning analytics?
- The evaluation of teaching and learning in online environments.
- The rapid development of massive open online courses (MOOCs).
- The growth of online learning since the 1990s. (correct)
- The use of social media and online tools.
What types of data can be tracked in learning analytics?
What types of data can be tracked in learning analytics?
- Clicks, navigation patterns, time on task, social networks, information flow, and concept development through discussions. (correct)
- Student demographics, such as age and gender.
- Course enrollment and completion rates.
- Test scores and grades.
What is the definition of learning analytics still contested?
What is the definition of learning analytics still contested?
What additional data do massive open online courses (MOOCs) offer for researchers?
What additional data do massive open online courses (MOOCs) offer for researchers?