Data and Analytics for Instructional Designers

Megan Torrance emphasizes the importance of instructional designers accessing and applying learning and performance data to design learning experiences and improve and evaluate them. Data and Analytics for Instructional Designers provides a framework for using learning data for planning and building scale and maturity in data operations. It blends practical what-is and how-to content with real-world examples and case studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: American Society for Training & Development

Instructional design professional Megan Torrance emphasizes the significance of instructional designers gaining access to and utilizing learning and performance data. This includes designing learning experiences with data collection in mind and utilizing data to enhance and evaluate those experiences. As new learning technologies and data specifications emerge, instructional designers have access to a broader range of data sources than ever before. However, the challenge lies in determining how to effectively utilize this data. While most data and analytics books focus on their application for measurement and evaluation, Data and Analytics for Instructional Designers takes a deeper dive into the foundational concepts that enable instructional designers and L&D professionals to leverage data in their roles.

The book is divided into two parts. The first part defines key data and analytics terms, data specifications, learning metrics, and statistical concepts. It then provides a framework for using learning data for planning data gathering and building scale and maturity in data operations. Megan reassures readers that basic math skills with some computer assistance are sufficient to get started, alleviating any math anxiety.

Through a "If I can see it, I can be it" approach to learning data and analytics, the book blends practical what-is and how-to content with real-world examples and longer case studies from practitioners. Chapters conclude with opportunities for readers to apply these techniques immediately, whether they are already working in a data-rich environment or are just beginning their journey and working with hypotheticals.

In conclusion, Data and Analytics for Instructional Designers is a valuable resource for instructional designers and L&D professionals seeking to leverage data in their roles. By providing a comprehensive understanding of foundational concepts, real-world examples, and practical techniques, the book empowers readers to make informed decisions and drive positive outcomes in their learning and development initiatives.

Weight: 334g
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781953946447