Open learning analytics is the science and technology of collecting and analyzing data about learners and their context to better understand learning and improve the learning environment. It involves collecting traces of learner activities and using that data to provide awareness, reflection, and opportunities for behavior change or new insights. Examples include learning dashboards that visualize student activities and goals to support self-monitoring and self-regulation. Issues include ensuring interoperability across systems and focusing analytics on empowering learners rather than just monitoring them.