This workshop will run 3.5 hours; starting at 8:00am and concluding at 11:30am.  

The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) and WSCUC are co-hosting an IPEDS workshops at no cost for participants.  Financial support for this workshop is provided by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

This workshop stresses the importance of accuracy and consistency in data reported to IPEDS. Examples of real IPEDS data used in the public domain are incorporated, enabling participants to understand the role of governmental and non-governmental entities in IPEDS reporting. The workshop includes presentations, discussions, exercises, and demonstrations using IPEDS data tools and resources. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Review the life cycle of IPEDS data  
• Demonstrate the link between data submitted by an institution and where the data show up in the public domain  
• Identify the various audiences and consumers using IPEDS data, tools, and reports  
• Recognize the context of IPEDS data versus local-level data  
• Understand the importance of ensuring data integrity and accuracy in reporting to IPEDS

Note: Participants are required to bring a MAC or PC laptop with wireless capability and Microsoft Excel.

The workshop is limited to 45 participants and seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis