Post-class analytics overview
After each lesson, CoGuide provides comprehensive analytics that replace guesswork with data-driven insights. These detailed reports help you understand which parts of your lesson connected best, where attention dipped, and who may need a quick follow-up.Data-driven teaching: Use analytics to improve your teaching effectiveness and student engagement.
Core analytics features
Transcript and timestamps
Get a complete record of your class with automatic transcription and precise timing.Full transcript
Complete class record
- Automatic speech-to-text transcription
- Timestamped for easy navigation
- Searchable content
- Exportable in multiple formats
Speaker identification
Teacher vs. student separation
- Distinguishes teacher from student speech
- Individual student identification (with seat mapping)
- Speaking time analysis
- Participation patterns
Participation heatmap
Visual representation of engagement across different topics and time periods.Topic-based heatmap
- Engagement by topic: See which topics generated the most participation
- Time-based analysis: Track engagement levels throughout the class
- Participation intensity: Visual representation of participation density
- Trend identification: Spot patterns in student engagement
Seat-based heatmap (with seat mapping)
- Location analysis: See which areas of the classroom participated most
- Individual patterns: Track participation by seat/student
- Group dynamics: Understand how students interact and participate
- Seating insights: Data to inform future seating arrangements
Question analysis
Detailed insights into your questioning effectiveness and student responses.1
Question identification
CoGuide automatically identifies when you ask questions during class.
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Response analysis
Track response times, participation rates, and answer quality.
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Pattern recognition
Identify which types of questions generate the best engagement.
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Effectiveness scoring
Rate question effectiveness based on participation and response quality.
Wait time analysis
Comprehensive tracking of response times and classroom pacing.Wait time metrics
- Average wait time: Typical time between question and first response
- Wait time distribution: Range of wait times across different questions
- Extended wait alerts: Questions that had unusually long wait times
- Pacing insights: Recommendations for better question timing
Response patterns
- First responder analysis: Who typically responds first to questions
- Response frequency: How often different students respond
- Question difficulty: Correlation between wait time and question complexity
- Engagement trends: How wait times change throughout the class
Advanced analytics
Attention trendlines
Track student attention and engagement throughout the class period.Engagement curves
Attention over time
- Visual representation of engagement levels
- Peak and valley identification
- Attention span analysis
- Lesson pacing insights
Comprehension indicators
Learning effectiveness
- Response quality analysis
- Understanding indicators
- Knowledge retention signals
- Learning outcome predictions
Overload detection
CoGuide can flag possible overload moments when answers show low confidence or accuracy.Overload indicators
- Low confidence responses: Answers that suggest confusion or uncertainty
- Accuracy drops: Decreased correctness in student responses
- Participation changes: Sudden shifts in engagement patterns
- Attention dips: Moments when focus appears to decrease
Intervention suggestions
- Pacing adjustments: Recommendations to slow down or speed up
- Clarification needs: Suggestions for additional explanation
- Break opportunities: Optimal times for short breaks
- Review moments: When to revisit previous concepts
Engagement highlights
Identify the most effective moments of your lesson for future reference.Positive highlights
- High participation moments: Times when engagement was highest
- Effective questions: Questions that generated great responses
- Successful activities: Parts of the lesson that worked well
- Student breakthroughs: Moments of clear understanding
Areas for improvement
- Low engagement periods: Times when participation dropped
- Ineffective questions: Questions that didn’t generate responses
- Pacing issues: Moments when the lesson moved too fast or slow
- Attention challenges: Times when focus was difficult to maintain
Analytics dashboard
Main dashboard view
The analytics dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of your class performance:Detailed reports
Access comprehensive reports for deeper analysis:Participation report
- Individual participation: Detailed breakdown by student/seat
- Participation patterns: Frequency and timing of responses
- Engagement trends: Changes in participation over time
- Comparison data: How this class compares to previous sessions
Question analysis report
- Question inventory: Complete list of all questions asked
- Response analysis: Detailed response data for each question
- Effectiveness ranking: Questions ranked by engagement and response quality
- Improvement suggestions: Specific recommendations for better questioning
Attention analysis report
- Attention timeline: Detailed attention tracking throughout class
- Focus patterns: When students were most and least focused
- Distraction moments: Times when attention appeared to waver
- Optimal pacing: Recommendations for better lesson pacing
Data export and sharing
Export options
Share and analyze your data using multiple formats:PDF reports
PDF reports
- Summary reports: High-level overview of class performance
- Detailed reports: Comprehensive analysis with charts and graphs
- Custom reports: Tailored reports for specific needs
- Print-friendly: Formatted for easy printing and sharing
CSV data
CSV data
- Raw data export: Complete dataset for external analysis
- Participation data: Detailed participation records
- Question data: Complete question and response information
- Custom fields: Select specific data points to export
JSON format
JSON format
- API integration: Structured data for system integration
- Custom analysis: Data format for advanced analytics
- Database import: Easy import into other systems
- Programmatic access: Data format for automated processing
Sharing and collaboration
Teacher self-review
- Personal reflection: Use analytics for self-assessment
- Teaching improvement: Identify areas for professional development
- Lesson planning: Use insights to improve future lessons
- Goal setting: Set specific targets for classroom engagement
Admin coaching
- Performance review: Share data with administrators
- Coaching conversations: Use analytics to guide coaching discussions
- Professional development: Identify training needs and opportunities
- Recognition: Highlight effective teaching practices
Counselor evidence
- Student support: Provide data to support student interventions
- Behavioral insights: Share participation patterns with counselors
- Academic support: Identify students who may need additional help
- Progress tracking: Monitor student engagement over time
Privacy and data protection
Data handling in analytics
What data is included
- Participation patterns: How often and when students participate
- Response timing: When students respond to questions
- Engagement levels: Overall participation and attention metrics
- No personal information: No names, faces, or identifying details
Data protection measures
- Encryption: All analytics data encrypted in transit and at rest
- Access controls: Only authorized teachers can access analytics
- Retention policies: Data kept only as long as needed
- School ownership: All data belongs to your school
Compliance and reporting
FERPA compliance
FERPA compliance
- No personally identifiable information in analytics
- Data aggregated to protect individual privacy
- School controls data access and sharing
- Students cannot be individually identified
Data minimization
Data minimization
- Only necessary data collected and analyzed
- Analytics focus on teaching improvement, not student evaluation
- Data used only for educational purposes
- Regular data purging according to retention policies
Transparency
Transparency
- Clear documentation of what data is collected
- Easy-to-understand privacy policies
- Regular privacy reviews and updates
- Open communication about data use
Using analytics effectively
Best practices for data analysis
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Regular review
Check analytics after each class to identify immediate insights and patterns.
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Pattern identification
Look for recurring patterns across multiple classes to identify trends.
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Action planning
Use insights to plan specific improvements for future classes.
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Progress tracking
Monitor changes over time to measure improvement in teaching effectiveness.
Common insights and actions
- High engagement moments
- Low engagement periods
- Student support needs
What to look for:
- Peak participation times
- Most effective questions
- Successful activities
- Replicate successful strategies
- Build on what works
- Share effective techniques with colleagues
Troubleshooting analytics
Common issues and solutions
Analytics not appearing
Analytics not appearing
Possible causes:
- Session not properly ended
- Data processing still in progress
- Privacy settings preventing access
- Ensure session was properly stopped
- Wait for data processing to complete
- Check privacy and access settings
Incomplete data
Incomplete data
Possible causes:
- Technical issues during class
- Camera or microphone problems
- Calibration issues
- Check technical logs for errors
- Verify hardware was working properly
- Recalibrate detection settings
Export problems
Export problems
Possible causes:
- File format compatibility issues
- Insufficient storage space
- Permission problems
- Try different export formats
- Free up storage space
- Check file permissions
Next steps
Now that you understand analytics, explore more features:Participation tracking
Learn about detailed participation monitoring and analysis.
Engagement analysis
Discover advanced engagement measurement and improvement strategies.
Privacy security
Understand how analytics protect student privacy and data.
Integrations
Connect analytics with Google Classroom, Canvas, and other tools.