The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) and the Independent Colleges of Washington are co-hosting a one-day IPEDS Workshop for data providers and users. Financial support for this workshop is provided by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

This workshop features these training modules:

IPEDS Data as the Public Face of an Institution- This module raises the level of awareness among higher education professionals about the importance of accuracy and consistency in data reported to IPEDS. Examples of real IPEDS data used in the public domain will be incorporated, enabling participants to understand how IPEDS data are used by governmental and non-governmental entities. This module includes presentations, discussions, exercises and demonstrations utilizing IPEDS data tools and resources. Topics include:

• Data sources (within IPEDS surveys)
• IPEDS lifecycle
• Public and institutional use of IPEDS data
• Data nuances and context for interpreting the data

IPEDS Data and Benchmarking: Supporting Decision Making and Institutional Effectiveness-Module 1 introduces the fundamentals of creating benchmarks to measure institutional effectiveness. The module provides an overview of the types of comparison groups that can be constructed using IPEDS data, with examples of appropriate use. Participants will use actual data from the IPEDS surveys, including the IPEDS Data Feedback Report and Executive Peer Tool. Exercises and resources will demonstrate processes to establish key performance indicators and identify variables to refine comparison groups.

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Highlights

• Workshop held on the campus of Pacific Lutheran University - January 25, 2010
• Includes six hours of instruction, workshop materials, breaks, and lunch
• No tuition charge to participants*
• Travel assistance awards are available*

There is not a contracted hotel for this event; however the Holiday Inn Express is 2.5 miles away from Pacific Lutheran University. Recent quoted rate is $135.07 (including tax).

*Funding for this workshop is provided by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Instructor(s)

Mrs. Jamie A. Balducci Assistant Director, Institutional Research Seattle University Seattle, WA Jamie Balducci is the Assistant Director of IR at Seattle University. Her background in Library and Information Science give her a unique perspective on making data available to decision makers and building information systems from multiple sources, including IPEDS. She is a new IPEDS trainer this year bringing seven years experience as an IPEDS keyholder and user of IPEDS data to support decision making.

Ms. Kimberly A. Thompson Director OIASPE University of Colorado Denver Aurora, CO Kimberly Thompson is the director of the Office of Institutional Accreditation, Strategic Planning, and Effectiveness at the University of Colorado Denver. She has worked in higher education for ten years with experience at the state coordinating board level, system level, and at the college level working at a community college and several universities. Kimberly has experience in both the public and private sectors. Kimberly has provided face-to-face training, developed training content on the IPEDS data collection system,the IPEDS data tools, and has participated in training evaluation/assessment activities. She has an extensive background in the former PAS, ExPT, and Collection surveys. She has also served on numerous IPEDS Technical Review Panels (TRP’s). Personal Quote: "IPEDS data provide a wonderful resource for institutions and can be used for a variety of purposes. With the current focus on accountability and for institutions interested in quality improvement, IPEDS is one of the best sources for comparative data around."

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Registration Request and Travel Assistance Award Process

This workshop is limited to 40 participants. Workshop participants may request up to $500 to offset the cost of travel.

Registration request components:

• Contact and employment information
• Brief description of your role at your institution and, if applicable, use of IPEDS data. (not required for Keyholders or System/State Coordinators)
• Brief description of how the specific modules offered at the workshop will benefit you. (not required for Keyholders or System/State Coordinators)
• Travel support request, if applicable (up to $500.00)
• Agreement to:
• Bring a MAC or PC laptop with wireless capability
• Arrange my own travel and hotel as needed
• Attend the entire workshop and complete the workshop evaluation

IPEDS Workshops Travel Reimbursement Policies

Questions?
Email: ipedsworkshops@airweb.org
Phone: 850-385-4155 x202.

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Attendee List

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