The Scanning Process: Methods and Uses.

Renfro, William L.; Morrison, James L.

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Publication Date: 1983

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The Scanning Process: Methods and Uses.

Renfro, William L.; Morrison, James L.

New Directions for Institutional Research, No. 39 (Applying Methods and Techniques of Futures Research) v10 n3 p21-37 Sep 1983

Developing a rational scanning process that reaches a balance between what is needed and what is possible within the limitations of an institution's resources is discussed. The different kinds of scanning, which kind to use at each stage of the process, and why are described. (MLW)

Descriptors: College Environment, Futures (of Society), Higher Education, Institutional Research, Periodicals, Publications, Trend Analysis

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