Time Series Analysis for Education: Methods, Applications, and Future Directions
- URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2408.13960v2
- Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:06:17 GMT
- Title: Time Series Analysis for Education: Methods, Applications, and Future Directions
- Authors: Shengzhong Mao, Chaoli Zhang, Yichi Song, Jindong Wang, Xiao-Jun Zeng, Zenglin Xu, Qingsong Wen,
- Abstract summary: This paper is the first to provide a comprehensive review of time series analysis techniques specifically within the educational context.
We review four prominent time series methods-forecasting, classification, clustering, and anomaly detection-illustrating their specific application points in educational settings.
We conclude with a discussion on future directions, including personalized learning analytics, multimodal data fusion, and the role of large language models (LLMs) in educational time series.
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- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
- Abstract: Recent advancements in the collection and analysis of sequential educational data have brought time series analysis to a pivotal position in educational research, highlighting its essential role in facilitating data-driven decision-making. However, there is a lack of comprehensive summaries that consolidate these advancements. To the best of our knowledge, this paper is the first to provide a comprehensive review of time series analysis techniques specifically within the educational context. We begin by exploring the landscape of educational data analytics, categorizing various data sources and types relevant to education. We then review four prominent time series methods-forecasting, classification, clustering, and anomaly detection-illustrating their specific application points in educational settings. Subsequently, we present a range of educational scenarios and applications, focusing on how these methods are employed to address diverse educational tasks, which highlights the practical integration of multiple time series methods to solve complex educational problems. Finally, we conclude with a discussion on future directions, including personalized learning analytics, multimodal data fusion, and the role of large language models (LLMs) in educational time series. The contributions of this paper include a detailed taxonomy of educational data, a synthesis of time series techniques with specific educational applications, and a forward-looking perspective on emerging trends and future research opportunities in educational analysis. The related papers and resources are available and regularly updated at the project page.
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