This paper presents two models, one for organizing institutional research and research data, and the other for applying research findings to the decision-making process. The model for organizing research consists of four subsystems: goal-setting, program development, cost-effectiveness, and program review. Each subsystem has a distinctive…

This paper defines a conceptual model for institutional research in the community college and identifies sources of information, programs, and services that provide data necessary for implementation of the model. The model contains four specific subsystems: goal setting, program development, program review, and cost effectiveness. Each subsystem…

Drawing from a survey of 2,115 executive and mid-level administrators, research/assessment coordinators, and full-time faculty at 136 community colleges nationwide, this report presents findings regarding community colleges' definitions of student success, identifies the characteristics of high-performing institutions and assesses the extent to…