Institutional Research

Short Definition

Institutional Research means research conducted by an institution to improve operations, policies and decision-making.

In-depth Overview

Institutional Research

Long definition: Institutional Research (IR) is a specialized area within higher education dedicated to collecting, analyzing and interpreting data and information about an educational institution. The primary goal of IR is to provide evidence-based insights and support decision-making processes within the institution. This involves gathering data on enrollment, student demographics, academic performance, faculty statistics, financial information and more to help universities and colleges make informed strategic choices and improve institutional effectiveness.

Etymology: The term "institutional" relates to organizations or establishments, while "research" refers to systematic investigation and analysis. In the context of higher education, it emphasizes the study and analysis of data within an educational institution.

Synonyms or related academic terms: University Research, College Research, Educational Data Analysis.

Examples of Use:

• The Institutional Research department at the university conducted a comprehensive study on student retention rates.
• Institutional Research played a crucial role in assessing the impact of a new curriculum.
• The findings from the Institutional Research team informed budget allocation decisions.

Translations:
Spanish: Investigación Institucional
French: Recherche Institutionnelle
German: Institutionelle Forschung
Italian: Ricerca Istituzionale
Portuguese: Pesquisa Institucional
Japanese: 機関研究 (Kikan Kenkyū)
Chinese (Simplified): 机构研究 (Jīgòu Yánjiū)
Hindi: संस्थानिक अनुसंधान (Sansthanik Anusandhan)

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Institutional Research

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