Overview
Whether you are new to institutional research or an experienced professional, AIR's mentor-supported A Holistic Approach to Institutional Research (Holistic) online course is perfect for you.
This course offers a venue for data professionals around the world to meet and navigate the ever-growing demands for data and information in the current higher education landscape. The diverse expertise and perspectives of the participants, paired with a curriculum designed with student success in mind, results in a rich learning experience.
Leaders and Directors: This course will give your team a common vision and framework in which to consider their work. Many organizations build the course into their employee onboarding process. Check out this article in which two IR leaders explain their views on the importance and benefits of the course.
Upcoming Session(s)
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Sep 09 - Oct 20
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Online Course
During the six-week online course, participants examine challenges and explore solutions relevant to the rapidly changing field of IR through readings, discussions, exercises, and videos. Each week, participants consider what it means to be an institutional researcher in the current higher education landscape.
"A Holistic Approach to Institutional Research is one of the richest, most enlightening professional development experiences I have ever had. The content of the course is both highly informative and inspiring. This course should be a requirement, especially for all employees like myself who are new to the IR field. Now that I have completed this course, I feel more confident in how to move forward in my career—I feel fired up! Many thanks to the wonderful team at AIR—the administrative team, instructional designers, experts, and mentors. This was amazing!" —Holistic participant
"This is a great introduction to IR for a person like me that has limited experience in this field. " —Holistic participant
"Simply a must do for anyone new to IR or looking for a refresh. The online course sets a strong foundation to help ground you in your sense of purpose and responsibilities." —Mary Frances Causey
"The Holistic class was one of the most helpful professional developments I have had. It helped answer questions about the profession, while also giving practical tips and strategies to implement best practices on my campus." —Anna Marie Pavy
Community College Scholarship
We offer a scholarship that facilitates the professional growth and development of early-career institutional research professionals employed at two-year institutions by providing registration assistance for the online portion of A Holistic Approach to Institutional Research.
Contact Us
Please email training@airweb.org with any questions you may have.