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Getting More Eyes (and Clicks) on Surveys: 5 Strategies for Better Response Rates
Surveys are a powerful tool for gathering insights—but only if people actually respond. Whether you're seeking feedback from students, staff, or community members, low response rates can lead to skewed results. In an age of constant digital noise, simply sending a survey isn’t enough. Fortunately, a few simple tweaks can go a long way. While there is no guaranteed way formula for increasing response rates, these five practical strategies can make a big difference.
Jun 4


Evaluating DoDEA Grants: Thinking Broadly About Evaluation to Showcase Success in DoDEA Projects
At the DoDEA Annual Community of Practice Meeting in November 2024, SEG's Dr. Stacy Ashworth delivered an insightful presentation on selecti
Jan 11


Evaluating Indigenous Food and Energy Sovereignty Initiatives
Evaluating Indigenous food and energy sovereignty projects requires centering Indigenous voices respecting traditional knowledge.
Dec 14, 2024


Experiential Learning in Higher Education: Design and Implementation
Higher education institutions are increasingly adopting experiential learning to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Jun 29, 2024


Shaffer Evaluation Group: Pioneering Educational Innovation and Research through Rigorous Evaluation
SEG's extensive experience evaluating innovative educational programs qualifies us for Educational Innovation & Research grant evaluation
Jun 11, 2024


Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Project: Coding as Another Language (2019-2023)
In partnership with DevTech at Boston College, SEG evaluated their EIR project ‘Coding as Another Language.’
Jun 11, 2024


Solicitation Calls for the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Program Early Phase Grant
A breakdown of the EIR program grant solicitation and requirements. SEG is skilled in EIR grants and assists with grant application design.
May 16, 2024


Measuring Quality in Afterschool Programs
SEG evaluators rely on certain tools to measure program quality that reflect current best practices for K–12 programs.
May 16, 2024


7 Essential Steps for Crafting a Winning Title III Strengthening Institutions Grant Application
To successfully apply for a Title III Strengthening Institutions grant, institutions should follow a step-by-step process.
Mar 12, 2024


Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Grants: Grant Insight & Current and Past Projects
SEG works with DoDEA projects spanning from instructional coaching to CTE. We would love to discuss future DoDEA grant opportunities!
Mar 12, 2024


Evaluation of NSF LSAMP Awards
Evaluation is a key component of the NSF LSAMP program.
Sep 9, 2023
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