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Direct linkYin, Alexander C.; Volkwein, J. Fredericks – New Directions for Institutional Research, 2010
In both purpose and practice, general education in American higher education has experienced several recurring debates and national revivals. In a world with constantly evolving technology, students need a strong general education to be flexible and adaptable to the changes of the world. General education is an important component and requirement…
Descriptors: Institutional Research, General Education, Accreditation (Institutions), Definitions
Peer reviewedDooris, Michael J.; Lozier, G. Gregory – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1990
This paper describes how various formal planning approaches were developed and applied at Pennsylvania State University. Phases (horizontal reduction, vertical reallocation, strategic planning, and strategic management) are identified as are principles including planning for change on the margins and continuity, providing for feedback, and…
Descriptors: Administrative Principles, Case Studies, Higher Education, Institutional Research
Paris, Kathleen A. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 2004
The author describes practical steps for infusing the strategic plan throughout the organization. These steps have carried the University of Wisconsin--Madison effectively through two cycles of reaccreditation and planning. (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Strategic Planning, Program Implementation, Program Development, Program Descriptions
Peer reviewedMcCalmon, Byron G. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1987
A program focusing on recruitment of new freshmen at the University of Colorado at Boulder illustrates some major planning considerations in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a marketing plan. (MSE)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Freshmen, Higher Education, Institutional Research
Peer reviewedMets, Lisa A. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1995
Review of literature concerning the use of program review in higher education lists sources discussing the review process, focusing on the links between program review and other institutional processes, and addressing application of program review principles and practices to different higher education settings. Critical factors for successful use…
Descriptors: College Administration, Higher Education, Information Utilization, Institutional Research
Sandmeyer, Louise E.; Dooris, Michael J.; Barlock, Robert W. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 2004
Integrated planning promotes collaborative thinking and furnishes mechanisms for linking strategic plans with operational plans. (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Strategic Planning, Program Implementation, Program Development, Program Effectiveness
