Posts Tagged ‘mission statements’
August 12 - Aligning Assessment Strategies with Institutional Goals
By: Mary Bart in Educational Assessment
Troll through university websites and you’re likely to see mission statements with such lofty phrases as “instill a passion for lifelong learning” or “a commitment to student-centered education.” But what do these things really mean and, more importantly, how do you know you’re doing them?
February 9 - Tips for a Smooth Strategic Planning Process
By: Mary Bart in Academic Leadership
As higher education institutions face the call for greater accountability amidst shrinking resources, the need for strategic planning has taken on new importance within the academic community. And with good reason. When done properly, a strategic plan delivers tremendous value and can serve as a definitive three-to-five year roadmap that takes a department where it wants to go.
