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Our aim is to make the data collection experience as painless and effortless as poss ible. Presenter George S. Smith, Ph.D. VP New Business Development GEM Software Development, Inc.
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Our aim is to make the data collection experience as painless and effortless as possible. Presenter George S. Smith, Ph.D. VP New Business Development GEM Software Development, Inc.
Purpose is to provide a brief overview of the INAM database then give you some time for hands-on practice • Database still under construction • Data elements, performance indicators • Further training will occur as needed, most likely via webinars • Personal note GEM Software Development
Assemble student and program data from all participating colleges into a single database • Compile data for Annual Performance Reports (APR) • Provide export files for statistically evaluating the impact of the program • Provide tools for administering the program • Provide each College with student–level data for tracking student progress and success GEM Software Development
INAM Participant Information including • Demographics • Educational Goals, Barriers, Prior Experience • Misc. assessment results • Term & Year Info • Basic Year Info • Programs of Study • Industry Recognized Credentials Obtained • Course Information GEM Software Development
Data Stewards most important gatekeepers • Assure completeness, validity and reliability of the data • Know participants better than anyone • Stewards can enter data directly • Stewards can upload .csv or Excel files • GEM will provide field layout template • Combination of both methods GEM Software Development
Never hesitate to ask for help • The Zen Cook • Laura Beatham is the GEM senior programmer assigned to this project • Help Desk Hours M-F 9-5 EST • Telephone 207-985-8802 • Email: support@gemschoolsoftware.com GEM Software Development