Applications of Intermediate/Advanced Statistics in Institutional Research
Mary Ann Coughlin (Editor)
2005
Multiple authors describe specific applications and techniques for institutional research that focus on the theory and application of intermediate and advanced statistics. (214 pages)
Assessment in Engineering Programs: Evolving Best Practices
William E. Kelly (Editor)
2008
This volume presents examples of sound assessment work achieved by combining national perspectives, program-level assessment plans, and practical advice for engineering faculty charged with measuring learning and skill development in the classroom. (212 pages)
Assessment of Chemistry
John Ryan, Ted Clark, and Alexis Collier (Editors)
2010
This volume has two primary motives: to enhance students' learning and success in chemistry and to share helpful insights and lessons with other chemistry faculty. The book provides detailed presentations and case studies that can be adapted for use in a variety of contexts. (199 pages)
Assessment of Student Learning in Business Schools: Best Practices Each Step of the Way (Issue 1)
Kathryn D. Martell and Thomas G. Calderon (Editors)
2005
Issue 1 of 2. These works examine assessment methods in business disciplines and contain dozens of examples of learning objectives, methods, rubrics, and report templates. (246 pages)
Assessment of Student Learning in Business Schools: Best Practices Each Step of the Way (Issue 2)
Kathryn D. Martell and Thomas G. Calderon (Editors)
2005
Issue 2 of 2. These works examine assessment methods in business disciplines and contain dozens of examples of learning objectives, methods, rubrics, and report templates. (226 pages)
Assessment of Student Learning in College Mathematics: Towards Improved Programs and Courses
Bernard L. Madison (Editor)
2006
This work offers ten remarkably descriptive case studies in relation to assessing student learning in mathematics at nine U.S. universities. (181 pages)
Assessment of Writing
Marie C. Paretti and Katrina M. Powell (Editors)
2009
Addressing the changing times in writing across the curriculum (WAC) and the extensive use of electronic portfolios to assist with these efforts, this book points to increased collaboration among scholars from multiple disciplines as a common feature of the current philosophy in writing assessment. (218 pages)
Case Study Applications of Statistics in Institutional Research
Mary Ann Coughlin and Marian Pagano
1997
This monograph focuses on the application of statistical techniques to Institutional Research; theory, application, and interpretation are the main tenets. The ultimate goal of the authors is to enhance the researchers' knowledge and interpretation of their data through statistical analyses. (66 pages)
Effective Reporting (1st Edition)
Trudy H. Bers with Jeffrey A. Seybert
1999
Effective Reporting is a step-by-step process that entails careful consideration of a variety of issues. Although many issues can be anticipated and addressed at the outset of a project, often new issues arise as a project unfolds. (99 pages)
Effective Reporting (Second Edition)
Liz Sanders and Joseph Filkins
2009
A short, user-friendly, comprehensive guide for institutional researchers, this monograph provides concise advice, checklist guides, and examples of representations of quantitative data. (65 pages)
Institutional Research: Decision Support in Higher Education
Richard D. Howard (Editor)
2001
This work outlines the IR profession and provides keys to effective institutional research. Topics include the theoretical framework, tools, and role of IR in higher education management. (222 pages)
Leadership & Management in Institutional Research
William E. Knight
2014
This volume seeks to help improve the effectiveness of the IR office as well as IR leaders. (211 pages)
Longitudinal Studies: Context, Measures, Construction and Tools
John Milam
2012
This report is presented in two parts. The first part examines the use of longitudinal data systems and introduces the context and examples of longitudinal studies. The second part focuses on the technical aspects of a longitudinal data system, including longitudinal data system construction, methodological concerns, storage and display technology, and data sources that may be included. (125 pages)
People, Processes, and Managing Data (Second Edition)
Gerald W. McLaughlin and Richard D. Howard (Editors)
2004
This work presents ideas for creating a structured data management process based on quality information and knowledge. (102 pages)
Questionnaire Survey Research: What Works (Second Edition)
Linda A. Suskie
1996
A must-have reference for the IR office library, this guide outlines the basic steps of survey research designed for novice institutional researchers. (206 pages)
Reference Sources: An Annotated Bibliography for Institutional Research
Edited by William R. Fendley Jr. and Linda T. Seeloff
1993
This resource provides a list of references, annotated where possible, addressing areas of concern to institutional researchers and planners. The result is a tool for meeting the challenges of obtaining useful, current information within given time constraints. (116 pages)
Strategies for the Practice of Institutional Research: Concepts, Resources, and Application
Michael F. Middaugh, Dale W. Trusheim, and Karen W. Bauer
1994
Intended for anyone interested in the effective collection and use of information in support of institutional decision making and policy development, this book provides a conceptual and practical framework for the practice of data/information collection and analysis. (124 pages)
The Association for Institutional Research: The First 50 Years
Gary Rice (Project Coordinator), Mary Ann Coughlin and Richard Howard (Co-Editors)
2011
This work reviews the history of AIR and the evolution of the IR profession. Perspectives from the association’s leaders and trends in higher education contextualize this exploration of AIR’s first 50 years. Methods and resources for the work of IR are also discussed. (161 pages)
The Primer for Institutional Research (2003)
William E. Knight (Editor)
2003
An update to the 1992 edition, this volume introduces the central issues, methods and resources in the field of IR and includes critical contributions from key authors in the IR community. (161 pages)
The Primer for Institutional Research (1992)
Edited by Meredith A. Whiteley, John D. Porter, and Robert H. Fenske
1992
The purpose of this book is to provide a "first view," or introduction, to the central issues, methods, and resources of IR. Although the goal was to create an easy-to-use tool for new institutional researchers, the Primer is a handy reference for professionals at all levels of experience. (139 pages)
Using Mixed Methods in Institutional Research
Richard D. Howard (Editor)
2007
These five case studies demonstrate the use of mixed method approaches to institutional planning and decision support. (119 pages)
AIR books and monographs are authored by members and represent topics in institutional research and assessment. They are available to view in electronic form.