Maureen Andrade Maureen Andrade Associate Vice President, Associate Vice President, Academic Programs Academic Programs Utah Valley University Utah Valley University Leading Assessment-Based Change: Strategies for Faculty Buy-In and Development Gaining involvement and support for assessment efforts can be a major challenge for institutions. Examining this challenge through a multi-frame perspective results in new insights and strategies. Challenges Strategy Duplication of effort Unclear processes and roles Lack of infrastructure Not using data for decision-making Synthesize reporting requirements and formats Establish clear reporting structures, timelines, and mechanisms for aggregating, analyzing, and using data Challenge Strategy Assessment focused on compliance rather than learning and improvement Limited stakeholder involvement Lack of expertise Involve stakeholders in decision-making and creating vision Increase participation Share information Provide training and professional development Challenge Strategy Fear of negative repercussions Concerns about increased workload Resistance to change Clarify expectations Provide opportunities for discussion and input Identify supporters Negotiate Challenge Strategy Lack of common vision Belief that assessment work is devalued No culture of assessment Communicate and celebrate success through awards, showcase events, and celebrations Connect assessment to institutional culture and symbols Use data for decision–making
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