Example: Log File Analysis Template

Curriki Log File Analysis Template

Log files can be used to record and study user behaviors, including how users navigate through a site, what they click on, and what specific actions they take. In organizing their log file data collection efforts, projects can create a "template" as a way to understand the types of data they want to capture, how and whether each data point can be captured, and the priority level for each so that internal people and technology resources can be allocated. The example below is from a template for log file data for the OER site Curriki, which sought to collect data to inform how it could enhance user experiences and facilitate user engagement.

Pointers

• Consider the types of user data you may eventually want or need during the early stages of building a new online OER platform or site.

• It is also good practice to revisit the design of log file data collection efforts as your project expands or even shifts in focus.

• It may be the case that desired data can be collected using existing systems such as your internal log files or Google Analytics, or whether additional tools or queries need to be developed or written.