Delivered in an engaging manner, these workshops are designed for anyone who works closely with data in higher education—not just IR professionals. Workshops can be taken independently. There are no pre-requisites, and there is no suggested sequence. Sign up for the workshops you need, when you need them!


Core Competencies: Data-Informed Decision Culture

You don’t have to be an expert in every facet of data collection and reporting, but foundational knowledge in the core building blocks of the data-informed decision making process is certainly key. These virtual workshops introduce skills needed for a strong data-informed decision culture and are packed with information considered to be the foundational knowledge in each area of concentration.

Which workshop(s) would help reinforce your foundation?
Data-Informed Decision Making Process

Catalog

  • Foundations of Effective Reporting

    Learn how to create impactful data reports through effective storytelling, visualizations, organization, and audience-focused communication strategies.

    Beginner Live Online Workshop Half-Day $225/$325

  • Foundations of Descriptive Statistics

    Learn how to calculate and interpret distributions, central tendency, dispersion, and position to summarize higher education data effectively.

    Beginner Live Online Workshop Half-Day $225/$325

  • Foundations of Survey Design

    Learn how to design high-quality surveys, structure survey instruments, and apply essential validation techniques in higher education.

    Beginner Live Online Workshop Half-Day $225/$325

  • Foundations of Data

    Learn the basics of higher education data types, sources, governance, and management in an easy-to-understand, practical workshop.

    Beginner Live Online Workshop Half-Day $225/$325

  • Foundations of Research Design

    Learn the basics of designing research projects, selecting methodologies, and applying data collection and sampling techniques.

    Beginner Live Online Workshop Half-Day $225/$325

Upcoming

Foundations of Research Design

February 10-10, 2026
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February 10, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. ET

Pricing: $225/$325 (members/nonmembers) 

This workshop teaches the basic principles of designing a research project in the context of higher education. We explore quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method research designs and methodologies as well as sampling and data collection techniques. We also discuss limitations and advantages to different research designs with a focus on selecting the correct design for the research problem. 

As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Identify a research project, draft appropriate research questions, and identify its research design.
  • Articulate the differences between quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method research designs.
  • Understand real-world constraints on the selection of an appropriate research design.
  • Understand data collection, sampling techniques, and reliability and validity measures related to research designs.

Program:

  • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET workshop 
  • 1–2 p.m. ET lunch break
  • 2–4 p.m. ET workshop 

Notes:

  • Space is limited to 25 participants per workshop. Seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. 
  • Each registration grants workshop access to one participant. 
  • Registration closes February 8 at 11:59 p.m. ET or when seating capacity is reached.

Accommodations:

  • If you have any special needs addressed by the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the AIR Education Team at 850-385-4155 or email training@airweb.org.

About Foundations Workshops Cancellation Policy Terms and Conditions

Program Name: Foundations Workshops
Event Type(s): Virtual Workshop
Experience Level: Beginner
Length of Event: 5 hours
Date(s): February 10-10, 2026
Cutoff Date: Feb 08, 2026

Special Topics for Data Professionals

Practical introductions to complex topics tailored for higher education institutions.

Catalog

  • Fundamentals of Enrollment Forecasting

    Gain a practical introduction to enrollment forecasting tailored for higher education institutions.

    Beginner Live Online Workshop Half-Day $225/$325

Upcoming

Foundations of Research Design

February 10-10, 2026
Foundations of Research Design's Image

February 10, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. ET

Pricing: $225/$325 (members/nonmembers) 

This workshop teaches the basic principles of designing a research project in the context of higher education. We explore quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method research designs and methodologies as well as sampling and data collection techniques. We also discuss limitations and advantages to different research designs with a focus on selecting the correct design for the research problem. 

As a result of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Identify a research project, draft appropriate research questions, and identify its research design.
  • Articulate the differences between quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method research designs.
  • Understand real-world constraints on the selection of an appropriate research design.
  • Understand data collection, sampling techniques, and reliability and validity measures related to research designs.

Program:

  • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET workshop 
  • 1–2 p.m. ET lunch break
  • 2–4 p.m. ET workshop 

Notes:

  • Space is limited to 25 participants per workshop. Seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. 
  • Each registration grants workshop access to one participant. 
  • Registration closes February 8 at 11:59 p.m. ET or when seating capacity is reached.

Accommodations:

  • If you have any special needs addressed by the American with Disabilities Act, please contact the AIR Education Team at 850-385-4155 or email training@airweb.org.

About Foundations Workshops Cancellation Policy Terms and Conditions

Program Name: Foundations Workshops
Event Type(s): Virtual Workshop
Experience Level: Beginner
Length of Event: 5 hours
Date(s): February 10-10, 2026
Cutoff Date: Feb 08, 2026