Course Statistics

Instructors can use the Course Statistics area to generate report on the course usage and activity. This feature allows instructors to view specific student’s usage to determine if students are actively using the course. Instructors can also view overall usage, usage in specific content areas, usage by specific groups, and usage within discussion forums. The report appears in the form of graphical charts.

How to Do Course Statistics?

1. Click on Control Panel link on the left side of the course site.
2. Click on Course Statistics under Assessment section to open the Course Statistics page.
3. Choose a report from the Select Report pull-down list.
4. Set time period by selecting a Start Date and/or End Date from within the Filter Options. If End date is not selected the report will begin on the Start Date and end on the current date.
5. Select to view statistics for All Users or choose Selected Users. If you choose Selected Users, choose users in the box below. To choose more than one user hold down shift or Control key. 
6. Click the Submit button at the bottom of this page.

1. How can I view the statistics of individual Content Areas?

In Statistics you will be given the options to view Groups, Forum, Overall Summary, and Content Areas from the Select Report pull down list.

2. Can I view the statistics of individual people in my class?

Yes, you are able to view the statistics of All Users or Selected Users who are in your class. You can specify this on the User options within Filter Options of the Course Statistics.

3. How do I print my course statistics?

Once specify the Select Report click the Submit button, the report page will be open. There will be a Print button in the top of the page.

4. Why would I want to export data?

Exporting data lets you save the statistics of your class on your hard drive. This will allow you to work with the course statistics on your computer but will not alter the statistics you have online. This file will be a .cvs file that can be altered through Excel.

5. What does the Change Filter button do?

The Change Filter button allows you to go back to your Course Statistics page and alter the filter. This makes it easier for someone to alter the settings without having to go through the Control Panel all over again.