2025 Summer Institute
Data Discovery: Harnessing Insights for Program Excellence will equip participants with strategies to analyze and communicate data effectively for continuous improvement. Through guided instruction and an interactive case study, participants will develop practical skills to assess data quality, identify key trends, and translate data into meaningful discussions. Emphasis will be placed on engaging stakeholders in productive data conversations that drive action. The insights gained will support participants in implementing data-informed strategies within their own institutions to enhance program effectiveness and candidate success.
What to expect:
- Interactive Learning: Engage in guided instruction and hands-on activities designed to build data analysis and communication skills.
- Real-World Application: Work through an interactive case study to practice turning data into actionable insights.
- Stakeholder Engagement Strategies: Learn how to facilitate meaningful data conversations that drive decision-making and improvement.
- Best Practices in Data Use: Explore methods for assessing data quality, identifying trends, and leveraging multiple data sources.
- Collaborative Discussions: Participate in group discussions and peer exchanges to gain diverse perspectives on data-informed decision-making.
Actionable Takeaways: Leave with practical tools, strategies, and resources to apply at your institution.
Session Objectives:
- Identify and evaluate the quality of data.
- Utilize techniques within the data processing cycle to turn raw data into meaningful information.
- Explore various data sources to compare and contrast candidate performance. Develop strategies to engage stakeholders in meaningful data conversations.
