{"id":62242,"date":"2022-11-14T16:53:44","date_gmt":"2022-11-14T16:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kortext24.hwb-demo.co.uk\/stream\/?p=62242"},"modified":"2024-08-24T15:38:38","modified_gmt":"2024-08-24T15:38:38","slug":"adding-value-to-data-a-learning-analytics-blueprint-university-of-law","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/blog\/digital\/adding-value-to-data-a-learning-analytics-blueprint-university-of-law\/","title":{"rendered":"Adding value to data &#8211; a learning analytics blueprint: University of Law"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-8048ee98-ce8c-41b5-876c-e0d5362f7c6b%22:%91%22link_text_color__hover%22%93}&#8221; link_text_color__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|hover&#8221; link_text_color__hover=&#8221;#2d0962&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Contributed by Andy Ramsden, The University of Law\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The deployment of student engagement analytics in higher education signals a move away from a \u2018one size fits all\u2019 approach to the promise of a better, more personalized experience for students based on individual needs and with the objective of ensuring successful outcomes. In this blog, <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.law.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The University of Law\">The University of Law<\/a><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"> demonstrate how universities are using this rich data insight to inform, revise and remodel their approach to student support.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>While the technology behind gathering student engagement analytics may be alien to some, the logic behind studying students\u2019 progress and behaviours to improve their experience and performance is clear &#8211; Andy Ramsden, Director of Technology Enhanced Learning &amp; Teaching and Learning Analytics at The University of Law.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Data should underpin everything we do in higher education, and data insights provide the lubricant for transformational change. At <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">The University of Law<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, we are committed to using data to make better, informed decisions. And in my relatively new role, I aim to drive our strategic vision for the University\u2019s student experience and academic model to the next level by providing timely, actionable insights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Embedding data decision-making throughout \u00a0<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As part of this model, we are utilising student engagement analytics in a number of ways, including enabling a concierge type service, where a dedicated team of Student Journey Advisors (SJAs) act as the students \u2018go to\u2019 source for information, signposting, facilitation and support for all non-academic matters.. The SJAs work collaboratively with our Academic Coaches, who focus on developing the academic side of the student. All with the aim of adding value to our students learning journey and outcomes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><br \/><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We\u2019re also using engagement analytics to provide insights on the curriculum, looking at how we can most effectively design for different modes of learning.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our learning and teaching model is already equipped to embrace learner analytics. The PEC Model (Prepare, Engage, Consolidate) is at the heart of our learning design approach. When deployed in a module this standardised model generates student activity within our learning systems. This provides insights to improve delivery and future redesigns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Collaborative partnerships are critical for transformation<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Today, we\u2019re using data to re-think our traditional delivery models. This is enabled through working closely with suppliers to provide essential support, build capacity, knowledge transfer and create beneficial partnerships.\u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><br \/><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We started working with <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">StREAM by Kortext<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0when we explored the possibilities of engagement analytics. We\u2019re using <\/span><a href=\"\/stream\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"StREAM\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>StREAM<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to view how students are engaged on individual, cohort, and course levels. The partnership with Kortext has helped us develop a more collaborative model between our students and teaching staff. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The use of StREAM does not, in itself, change our intentions or responsibility to support students, but it provides an additional element of information and data which will help inform our approach to supporting students.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Measure, monitor and manage engagement<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There is such exciting potential in engagement analytics. It provides the opportunity for an earlier, more proactive and informed discussion with students regarding academic development, support and, where necessary, the provision of information regarding specialist support services. As it matures, we expect to see richer learning profiles, including more personalised information sets, action planning features and communication tools.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#16749D&#8221; divider_weight=&#8221;3px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;80px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||5px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hear from Andy Ramsden, Director of Technology Enhanced Learning &#038; Teaching and Learning Analytics at The University of Law on how StREAM adds value to their organisation.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":63000,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<h4><\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Andy Ramsden, The University of Law<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">The deployment of student engagement analytics in higher education signals a move away from a \u2018one size fits all\u2019 approach to the promise of a better, more personalized experience for students based on individual needs and with the objective of ensuring successful outcomes. In this blog, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.law.ac.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The University of Law<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> demonstrate how universities are using this rich data insight to inform, revise and remodel their approach to student support.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"none\">While the technology behind gathering student engagement analytics may be alien to some, the logic behind studying students\u2019 progress and behaviours to improve their experience and performance is clear, says Andy Ramsden, Director of Technology Enhanced Learning & Teaching and Learning Analytics at <\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.law.ac.uk\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">The University of Law .<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Data should underpin everything we do in higher education, and data insights provide the lubricant for transformational change. At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.law.ac.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The University of Law<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, we are committed to using data to make better, informed decisions. And in my relatively new role, I aim to drive our strategic vision for the University\u2019s student experience and academic model to the next level by providing timely, actionable insights.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Embedding data decision-making throughout\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">As part of this model, we are utilising student engagement analytics in a number of ways, including enabling a concierge type service, where a dedicated team of Student Journey Advisors (SJAs) act as the students \u2018go to\u2019 source for information, signposting, facilitation and support for all non-academic matters.. The SJAs work collaboratively with our Academic Coaches, who focus on developing the academic side of the student. All with the aim of adding value to our students learning journey and outcomes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">We\u2019re also using engagement analytics to provide insights on the curriculum, looking at how we can most effectively design for different modes of learning.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Our learning and teaching model is already equipped to embrace learner analytics. The PEC Model (Prepare, Engage, Consolidate) is at the heart of our learning design approach. When deployed in a module this standardised model generates student activity within our learning systems. This provides insights to improve delivery and future redesigns.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Collaborative partnerships are critical for transformation<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">Today, we\u2019re using data to re-think our traditional delivery models. This is enabled through working closely with suppliers to provide essential support, build capacity, knowledge transfer and create beneficial partnerships.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">We started working with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solutionpath.co.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Solutionpath<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> when we explored the possibilities of engagement analytics. We\u2019re using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solutionpath.co.uk\/stream\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">StREAM<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to view how students are engaged on individual, cohort, and course levels. The partnership with Solutionpath has helped us develop a more collaborative model between our students and teaching staff.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">The use of StREAM does not, in itself, change our intentions or responsibility to support students, but it provides an additional element of information and data which will help inform our approach to supporting students.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Measure, monitor and manage engagement<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\r\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">There is such exciting potential in engagement analytics. It provides the opportunity for an earlier, more proactive and informed discussion with students regarding academic development, support and, where necessary, the provision of information regarding specialist support services. As it matures, we expect to see richer learning profiles, including more personalised information sets, action planning features and communication tools.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h3><\/h3>\r\n<img class=\" wp-image-2615 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.solutionpath.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Pastoral-Support-Whitepaper-900-\u00d7-500px-26-300x210.png\" alt=\"Pastoral Support\" width=\"342\" height=\"239\" \/>\r\n<h4><\/h4>\r\n<h4><strong>New Guide - Available now!\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n<span class=\"TextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW64574514 BCX9\">Solutionpath<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\"> have recently published a new guide <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\">to using data for personal tutoring and pastoral support that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\">shar<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\">es<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\"> advice, best practice examples and client feedback <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\">from across the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW64574514 BCX9\">StREAM<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64574514 BCX9\"> user community \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/landing.solutionpath.co.uk\/Pastoral_Support_Guide_2022\/pastoral_support_guide.html\"><strong>download a free copy<\/strong><\/a>!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW64574514 BCX9\" data-ccp-props=\"{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":276}\">\u00a0<\/span>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"dipi_cpt_category":[],"class_list":["post-62242","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-digital"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/62242","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=62242"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/62242\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/63000"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=62242"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=62242"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=62242"},{"taxonomy":"dipi_cpt_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kortext.com\/stream\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/dipi_cpt_category?post=62242"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}