Instructors' lived experiences of using learning analytics to improve online course design

Abstract

I am grateful to you. To Kelly, whose friendship has endured through it all. To Yang, Angie, Ka, Chris, EJ, Katherine, Jay, and others from Parkside, who have encouraged me, challenged me, and kept life interesting. It means so much to follow in Yang's Ed.D. footsteps. To Erica, whose kindness still touches me. To Katelynn, who held me accountable as a study buddy in Austin's coffee shops and bars.Thanks to my second family. To Kyle, for your curiosity and interest in my progress. Thanks to Kevin and Jessica for your welcoming spirit. Special acknowledgments to the countless hours Kevin and Kris dedicated to Apex Legends, Rumbleverse, and Rocket League while I was holed up writing. To Grace, for your positivity during the hard times and for raising three upstanding sons. Finally, all my love and gratitude to Kris. You came into my life right as I started this dissertation, pushed me through rough patches, and celebrated each milestone. I am a better human with a bigger heart because of you.