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What's the Best Way to Measure Learner Engagement?

There are a few different ways to measure learner engagement, and the best approach will depend on the specific context and goals of your learning program. Some common methods for measuring engagement include assessing learners through quizzes and tests, observing their performance on tasks or projects, tracking their participation in online discussions or other collaborative activities, collecting feedback from learners or others who have observed their performance, conducting surveys or polls to gauge learners' interest and satisfaction, and monitoring learners' progress through course materials or assessments to see how much they are retaining and applying what they are learning. Ultimately, the key is to use a combination of methods to get a well-rounded picture of learners' engagement and to regularly check in with learners to gather their feedback and make any necessary adjustments to your program. It's important to use a balanced mix of assessment methods and to regularly evaluate and adjust the assessment process to ensure that it accurately reflects learners' progress and achievement. How can I use AI to improve learner performance? AI can be used in a variety of ways to improve learner performance. For example, AI-powered tutoring systems can provide personalized instruction and feedback to help learners improve their knowledge and skills. AI-powered data analysis can help educators identify trends and patterns in learners' performance, allowing them to tailor their instruction and support to individual learners' needs. Additionally, AI-powered tools can help automate some of the administrative tasks associated with education, freeing up educators to focus on supporting learners. It's important to remember, however, that AI is not a substitute for human instruction and support, and should be used in conjunction with other teaching methods. How can I predict if a learner is going to become disengaged? It can be difficult to predict with certainty if a learner is going to become disengaged, as there are many factors that can affect a person's level of engagement in a learning program. However, there are some warning signs that a learner may be at risk of becoming disengaged, such as a lack of participation in online discussions or other collaborative activities, a lack of progress or a drop in performance on assessments, or a decline in the quality of their work. If you notice any of these signs, it may be a good idea to reach out to the learner to see if there is anything you can do to support them and keep them engaged in the learning program. You could also try to identify any potential barriers to engagement that the learner may be facing and work with them to address those barriers. What's the best way to engage a learner? The best way to engage a learner will depend on their individual needs, preferences, and learning style. Some general strategies for engaging learners include making the learning material relevant and applicable to their lives, providing opportunities for learners to collaborate and connect with each other, and incorporating a variety of teaching methods and learning activities to cater to different learning styles. Additionally, providing regular feedback, support, and encouragement can help learners stay motivated and engaged in the learning process. It's also important to regularly check in with learners to gauge their engagement and to gather their feedback on how the learning program can be improved. A SERIES OF ARTICLES ABOUT 'AI, CLOUD, AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES IN EDUCATION' WRITTEN BY THE IBL AI ENGINE IN DECEMBER 2022*     *The IBL AI/ML Engine extends and hosts leading language models (LLMs) via a combination of fine-tuning, customized datasets and REST APIs to provide an all-in-one AI platform for education featuring content recommendations, assessment creation and grading, chatbots and mentors, and predictive analytics.  

What's the Best Way to Measure Learner Engagement?
What Are Language Models (LLMs) and Why Are They Interesting?

What Are Language Models (LLMs) and Why Are They Interesting?

How AI Can Support Learners

How AI Can Support Learners

Potential Applications of AI in Education

Potential Applications of AI in Education

LEGO Announces a Playful, Hands-On Learning Program for Educators

LEGO Announces a Playful, Hands-On Learning Program for Educators

LEGO announced this week its Education Professional Development program that enables teachers to choose STEM, hands-on, playful courses for their classrooms. Built on competency-based learning, this free program is modular and contains four categories: Pedagogy, STEAM Concepts, 21st Century Skills, and Classroom Management. It includes two kinds of self-guided modules: Learning Bursts for quick and focused skills practice and Learning Quests for deeper competency development. Teaching can be developed in-person, remote, and virtual classrooms. LEGO Education has been working with seasoned classroom practitioners at Tufts University Center for Engineering Education Outreach (CEEO) to ensure the program was designed for the needs of educators. "When teachers are truly confident in playful hands-on learning, they deliver more motivating, engaging, and joyful learning experiences," said Esben Stærk, president of LEGO Education.  

Open edX & Learning Platforms | March 2021: Skillshare, Coursera, Google, Codeacademy, Newsela…

Open edX & Learning Platforms | March 2021: Skillshare, Coursera, Google, Codeacademy, Newsela…

MARCH 2021 – NEWSLETTER #35  |  Breaking news at IBL News  |  Noticias en Español   edX • edX, Skillshare, and Outschool Featured in the Top 10 of Innovative Ed Companies • edX's Courses Will Be Included in Microsoft Viva's 'Employee Experience Platform' Coursera • Coursera Files for IPO. It will be listed on the NYSE as "COUR" • Coursera Partners with Howard University, Facebook, and Others to Empower Black Learners Google • Google Issues New Certificate Courses Oriented to Entry-Level Jobs on IT • Google Classroom Adds 40 Million Users and Includes New Mobile Features • Google For Education Announces 50 New Features on Its Products • Tech Conference Cancels Google as Sponsor after Two Female Scientists Were Fired Open Platforms • Open LMS Will Release Its Moodle Modules and Enhancements as GPLv3 • Saylor Academy Releases a Free Certificate Course to Educate on Bitcoin Learning Platforms • Udemy Launches LenovoEDU Community for Learners in Australia, U.K, and the U.S. • Learning App Babbel Adds Live Classes by Certified Teachers Funding • Codeacademy, Another EdTech Startup is Able to Raise Capital Amidst the Pandemic • Newsela Raises $100 Million to Accelerate K-12 Schools' Transition into Digital Textbooks • VR Labs Company Raises Another $60 Million to Remotely Educate Science Students   2021 Events | All of the Key Conferences Listed! • Education Calendar  –  MARCH — APRIL — MAY — JUNE — JULY-DECEMBER  |  Conferences in Latin America & Spain   This newsletter is created in collaboration with IBL Education, a New York City-based company specialized in AI and credential-driven learning platforms and communities. Read the latest IBL Newsletter   |  Archive of Open edX Newsletters

Cognizant Offers Five Train-To-Hire Courses on Java through edX.org

Cognizant Offers Five Train-To-Hire Courses on Java through edX.org

An edX Course on Volcanoes Wins the Prize for Innovative Pedagogy

An edX Course on Volcanoes Wins the Prize for Innovative Pedagogy

Udacity Issues a Two-Month Free Course on AWS Machine Learning Foundation

Udacity Issues a Two-Month Free Course on AWS Machine Learning Foundation

Google Issues New Certificate Courses Oriented to Entry-Level Jobs on IT

Google Issues New Certificate Courses Oriented to Entry-Level Jobs on IT

Sundar Pichai, CEO at Google and Alphabet, announced in a blog post three new online, self-paced, certificate courses in Data Analytics, Project Management, and User Experience (UX) Design. These courses—currently developed on Coursera.org at $39 per month—prepare learners for an entry-level, well-paid job in under six months. The certificates don't have any prerequisites. Data Analytics Professional Certificate – This seven-course certificate explores analytical skills, concepts, and tools used in many introductory data analytics roles – including SQL, Tableau, RStudio, and Kaggle. Project Management Professional Certificate – This six-course certificate prepares learners to launch a project management career. It covers industry-standard tools and methods, including the agile project management system, and key soft skills, such as stakeholder management, problem-solving, and influencing. User Experience (UX) Design Professional Certificate – This seven-course certificate explores UX principles, UX terms, and industry-standard tools, including Figma and Adobe XD. By the time they complete the program, learners will have three portfolio projects to use in their job applications. Each certificate includes resources to help learners enhance their resumes and prepare for interviews. Upon completion, learners can share their information with 100+ partners committed to sourcing talent from Google certificate programs, including Deloitte, Anthem, Verizon, SAP, Accenture, Walmart, Infosys, and Google. The employers are "eager to hire people who have earned these certificates," according to Pichai. Google is also launching apprenticeships in the certificate fields of data analytics, project management, and UX design, with applications opening in April. To make its Career Certificates more accessible, Google is offering 200,000 scholarships to learners across the U.S., Europe, Middle East, and Africa. They will be distributed through organizations such as Merit America, Per Scholas, NPower, Goodwill, Futuro Health, and Generation USA. Additionally, Sundar Pichai announced a new Associate Android Developer Certification. The search giant said that since launching Grow with Google program in 2017, it has already helped 6 million Americans get training in digital skills and nearly 170,000 Americans get a new job and increase their income. With more businesses embracing digital ways of working, it's estimated that 50% of all employees will need reskilling by 2025.    

Live-Voice Chat Clubhouse, a New Social Way to Connect and Learn

Live-Voice Chat Clubhouse, a New Social Way to Connect and Learn

The audio-chat app Clubhouse has reached a valuation of roughly $1 billion and a ton of buzz, despite the fact that it remains "invite-only". It started last summer with Silicon Valley venture capitalists and tech workers who wanted to connect with one another during the pandemic. Specifically, the app was launched by two Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, Paul Davidson and Rohan Seth, who later got funding from Andreessen Horowitz. Now it has two million users. Recently, Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg appeared on Clubhouse and the platform nearly crashed. This social networking app lets people gather in audio chat rooms to discuss various topics, listen to conversations and interviews. Topics of interest can be tech, business, books, or health. Rooms—"clubs"—are divided into two groups: those who are talking and those who are listening. Participants can see a list of everyone who is in a conversation. A moderator oversees discussions and has the ability to let someone chime in. Two or more users can join together and start their own chat rooms. Clubhouse is like tuning into a live podcast or a conference call, with some people talking and most listening. When the conversation is over the room is closed, the audio-chat disappears. However, users would be able to record the conversation. That's what a YouTube user did with a live-streaming conversation launched by Elon Musk. The creators' goal for 2021 is to open up Clubhouse to everyone and help creators get paid, including subscriptions, tipping, and ticket sales.

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