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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.
2

Response analysis

Track response times, participation rates, and answer quality.
3

Pattern recognition

Identify which types of questions generate the best engagement.
4

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:
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                    Class Analytics                      │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│  📊 Participation Summary                               │
│  • Total participation: 47 responses                   │
│  • Average wait time: 3.2 seconds                      │
│  • Engagement score: 8.5/10                            │
│                                                         │
│  📈 Engagement Timeline                                 │
│  [Visual chart showing engagement over time]           │
│                                                         │
│  🎯 Question Effectiveness                             │
│  • Most effective: "What causes...?" (9.2/10)         │
│  • Needs work: "Can anyone...?" (4.1/10)              │
│                                                         │
│  ⚠️  Overload Moments                                   │
│  • 15:23 - Low confidence responses detected           │
│  • 28:45 - Participation drop (suggest break)          │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

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:
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

Privacy first: All analytics maintain the same privacy protections as live monitoring.

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

  • No personally identifiable information in analytics
  • Data aggregated to protect individual privacy
  • School controls data access and sharing
  • Students cannot be individually identified
  • 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
  • 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.
2

Pattern identification

Look for recurring patterns across multiple classes to identify trends.
3

Action planning

Use insights to plan specific improvements for future classes.
4

Progress tracking

Monitor changes over time to measure improvement in teaching effectiveness.

Common insights and actions

What to look for:
  • Peak participation times
  • Most effective questions
  • Successful activities
Actions to take:
  • Replicate successful strategies
  • Build on what works
  • Share effective techniques with colleagues

Troubleshooting analytics

Common issues and solutions

Possible causes:
  • Session not properly ended
  • Data processing still in progress
  • Privacy settings preventing access
Solutions:
  • Ensure session was properly stopped
  • Wait for data processing to complete
  • Check privacy and access settings
Possible causes:
  • Technical issues during class
  • Camera or microphone problems
  • Calibration issues
Solutions:
  • Check technical logs for errors
  • Verify hardware was working properly
  • Recalibrate detection settings
Possible causes:
  • File format compatibility issues
  • Insufficient storage space
  • Permission problems
Solutions:
  • Try different export formats
  • Free up storage space
  • Check file permissions

Next steps

Now that you understand analytics, explore more features: