This event aligns with the Professional and Organizational Application of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model.
Data, data everywhere … but what do we do with all of it? In this session, Megan Torrance connects what’s going on in the world of xAPI with the concepts, structures and processes you need to get started with analyzing all that data. Successful adopters of xAPI and learning analytics have three things in common: a data-driven mindset, a data toolset, and a strategy for success.
This session will start with a very high level overview of what xAPI is in order to give participants a connection to some of the data structures that are important in a modern learning ecosystem. We'll then quickly switch into the role of analytics in the learning organization, contrasting it with reporting and some of the other uses of data that an organization might have. We'll explore different levels of analysis with examples from real life case studies, and then look at how to get started.
Why Attend?
In this session you will have the opportunity to:
- Describe xAPI and how the data differs from SCORM.
- Define a process for conducting analysis.
- Lay out a roadmap for implementation in your organization.
- Identify tools and components you’ll need to get started.
- Take in cautionary advice about over-reliance on data (yes!).
Skills Covered
- Planning for data collection & analysis.
- Formulation of hypotheses & questions for analysis.
- Identifying tools required for data & analytics.
- Aligning data needs with organizational needs.
Who should attend?
This session is appropriate for instructional designers, team leads & learning leaders who are beginning their journey in data & analytics.
Presenter: Megan Torrance
Megan Torrance is CEO and founder of TorranceLearning, and has over 25 years of experience in learning design, deployment and consulting. Megan and the TorranceLearning team are passionate about sharing what works so they devote considerable time to sharing professional development in her field.
Megan is the author of Agile for Instructional Designers, Data & Analytics for Instructional Designers, and Making Sense of xAPI. She is also a Facilitator with eCornell's Women's Executive Leadership certificate, and courses in virtual teaming, team leadership and communication.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/megantorrance/
Zoom credentials will be provided in the confirmation and reminder emails. If you do not receive them, please contact admin@dcatd.org as soon as possible.
This event will be recorded and available to members in the Metro DC ATD Digital Resource Library.
Want to become a member to attend this event for free and have access to our Digital Resource Library? Join now.