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Peer reviewedWhiteley, Meredith A.; Stage, Frances K. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1987
The widespread use of comparative data can lead to problems on a campus unless the data are systematically incorporated in the institutional planning cycle. A model has been developed to alleviate a number of problems and increase the power of comparison as a management tool. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Planning, Comparative Analysis, Data Interpretation, Higher Education
Peer reviewedBrinkman, Paul T.; Teeter, Deborah J. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1987
Institutional comparison groups can be selected in several ways, depending on the comparison issue. The method chosen involves both technical and political considerations. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Interpretation, Higher Education
Peer reviewedChristal, Melodie E.; Wittstruck, John R. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1987
Data on which to base interinstitutional comparisons can be obtained directly from institutions or from a variety of secondary and tertiary sources such as national surveys, statistical publications, newsletters, directories, and organizations. Lists of these sources are included. (MSE)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Interpretation
