Tag: institutionalresearch
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Mentorship Strategies for IR Professionals: Building Trust
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In institutional research and data analytics, the most meaningful professional growth doesn’t come only from mastering tools or techniques; it comes from relationships. Mentors, advisors, coaches, and sponsors all play unique roles in helping IR and analytics professionals navigate complex data environments, institutional politics, and the nuances of turning analytic into institutional change. But before…
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Designing Mixed Methods Studies in Institutional Research
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Mixed methods research, one of the most powerful and flexible approaches available to institutional researchers, integrates both quantitative and qualitative approaches, allowing us to develop a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of complex issues in higher education. Quantitative methods help us answer questions about what is happening—patterns, frequencies, or measurable outcomes. But qualitative methods help…
