Review of Learning Analytics Dashboards for Students

In our comprehensive literature review, we systematically explored the impact of Learning Analytics Dashboards (LADs) on student engagement, motivation, and academic performance within higher education settings. Utilizing a methodical approach, we selected and analyzed 21 studies that met our inclusion criteria focusing on diverse research designs, sample sizes, and outcome measures. Our methodology involved a rigorous evaluation of studies to understand the depth of LAD’s effects on various student populations and learning environments. The results revealed that LADs could significantly enhance student engagement and motivation, leading to improved academic performance. However, the findings also underscored a pressing need for further research into the design and implementation of these dashboards, highlighting the importance of addressing challenges like information overload and the necessity for dashboards to cater to different student demographics. This literature review offers valuable insights into the effective design and implementation of learning dashboards, proposing that future LAD developments should prioritize user-centric designs to maximize learning outcomes and enrich the educational experience in higher education.