Learning Analytics in Open and Distributed Learning (eBook)

This book explores and further expands on the rich history of theoretical and empirical research in open and distributed learning, and addresses the impact of the 'data revolution' and the emergence of learning analytics on this increasingly diverse form of educational delivery. Following an introductory chapter that maps the book's conceptual rationale, the book discusses the potential, challenges and practices of learning analytics in various open and distributed contexts. A concluding chapter briefly summarises the chapters before providing a tentative future research agenda for learning analytics in open and distributed environments.

Paul Prinsloo is a Research Professor of Open and Distance Learning at the Department of Business Management, College of Economic and Management Sciences, University of South Africa. His academic background includes fields as diverse as theology, art history, business management, online learning, and religious studies. Paul is an internationally recognised speaker, scholar and researcher and has published numerous articles in the fields of teaching and learning, student success in distance education contexts, learning analytics, and curriculum development. His current research focuses on the collection, analysis and use of student data in learning analytics, graduate supervision and digital identity.

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This book explores and further expands on the rich history of theoretical and empirical research in open and distributed learning, and addresses the impact of the "e;data revolution"e; and the emergence of learning analytics on this increasingly diverse form of educational delivery. Following an introductory chapter that maps the book's conceptual rationale, the book discusses the potential, challenges and practices of learning analytics in various open and distributed contexts. A concluding chapter briefly summarises the chapters before providing a tentative future research agenda for learning analytics in open and distributed environments.