The use of data in education is not new. However, advances in technology in terms of data collection, analysis, and visualization have created an environment where the questions that data can answer are more specific, more timely, and more tailored to the needs of individual stakeholders. By being able to see the key information at the right time, those involved with a student, including the student themselves, can be informed about their status and the steps needed to help them succeed. Read more on What is Learning Analytics and Why Should It Be Used in our blog.