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.

Researchers aim to produce knowledge by answering research questions through formal processes of scientific inquiry (experimental designs, quasi-experimental designs, etc.), using structured protocols that engage a specified set of investigators who implement specific interventoins. Evaluators, on the other hand, come from outside the set of study investigators, providing independent feedback to researchers, and at times their advisory boards, on study implementation and impa

At the DoDEA Annual Community of Practice Meeting in November 2024, SEG's Dr. Stacy Ashworth delivered an insightful presentation on selecti

Evaluating Indigenous food and energy sovereignty projects requires centering Indigenous voices respecting traditional knowledge.

SEG's extensive experience evaluating innovative educational programs qualifies us for Educational Innovation & Research grant evaluation

In partnership with DevTech at Boston College, SEG evaluated their EIR project ‘Coding as Another Language.’

SEG evaluators rely on certain tools to measure program quality that reflect current best practices for K–12 programs.

The success of CBPR projects hinges on the engagement of local residents, whose insights, knowledge, & experiences are invaluable.

SEG works with DoDEA projects spanning from instructional coaching to CTE. We would love to discuss future DoDEA grant opportunities!

Public school staff can play a vital role in supporting military-connected students and their families. Here are 5 ways to support military-

Evaluation is a key component of the NSF LSAMP program.

This essay outlines a step-by-step process for Postsecondary Student Success Program grantwriting.

Three tips for involving stakeholders in the grant writing process.