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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 14h

I LOVE helping colleges & universities be their very best! Need help, or know of an institution that does? I explain more in my video clip: #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Helping Colleges & Universities Be Their Very Best

I LOVE helping colleges & universities be their very best! Things like developing high-quality programs. Getting & maintaining state program approvals & authorizations to operate. Earn institutional &...

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 14h

I LOVE helping colleges & universities be their very best! Need help, or know of an institution that does? I explain more in my video clip: #AcademicSky #EduSky
us02web.zoom.us/clips/share/...

Helping Colleges & Universities Be Their Very Best

I LOVE helping colleges & universities be their very best! Things like developing high-quality programs. Getting & maintaining state program approvals & authorizations to operate. Earn institutional &...

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 12d

In 1 1/2 minutes, you can learn my tips for getting started on your next accreditation site visit. If you have questions, feel free to reach out! #highereducation #accreditation #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Preparing for Accreditation Site Visit

I discussed the importance of preparing for an upcoming accreditation site visit. I recommended that staff members start organizing and building their infrastructure 24 months in advance, including id...

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Aug 15

5/5 Or perhaps it could send a referral to the Writing Center if a student asked the bot for help drafting or editing work assignments. The possibilities really are endless, but we have to be very thoughtful & strategic in how we leverage this technology.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Aug 15

4/5 A bot could conceivably serve as an academic advisor or be tied into the college's student support services dashboard, where it may send an alert to the Fin Aid office if a student was asking questions related to that topic.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Aug 15

3/5 First-generation college students would benefit from a bot that provides both uplifting, motivational feedback as well as recommendations for internal & external resources depending on the needs communicated by the student.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Aug 15

2/5 A faith-based institution, for example, would likely want to support students with encouragement & spiritual guidance woven into "conversations" with bots.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Aug 15

Within #highereducation, it may be best for individual institutions to create their own #AI chatbots to ensure bot output reflects their particular mission. 1/5 #AcademicSky
www.afterbabel.com/p/artificial...

Artificial Intimacy: The Next Giant Social Experiment on Young Minds

How emotionally intelligent chatbots could trigger a new mental health crisis

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Aug 2

Stressed out? Feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? Do yourself a favor a take a moment to watch w/ the volume turned up. Much cheaper than therapy.

Martha Acuna @marthaacuna.bsky.social · Aug 2

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Good morning friends!!

Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 18

I admit I can get "in the weeds" sometimes when it comes to things like #highereducation #accreditation. So, here's an article that provides a good introduction to this "land I live in." If you have any questions, feel free to reach out through my website.
www.forbes.com/advisor/educ...

What Accreditation Should A College Have? What To Know

A college degree is one of the largest investments many people ever make. Accreditation provides assurance that your time and money are going toward a reputable institution that offers quality educati...

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 16

Small colleges face a big challenge: how to disaggregate assessment data when the student body is too small or homogenous. In my latest blog post, I share practical ways to make data-informed decisions—even with limited data.

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#HigherEd #AcademicSky

Using Data to Inform Decision-Making in Higher Education - Higher Education. Accreditation. Educator Preparation. Competency-Based Education. Consulting.

Colleges and universities can use both aggregated and disaggregated assessment data to make informed institutional decisions.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 15

When it makes me laugh out loud, I have to share it.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 7

When it makes me laugh out loud, I have to share it.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 5

Performative politics may seem like a fun or entertaining way to win an election, but it has long term consequences. Call me old fashioned, but I still believe politicians should be public servants committed to serving the greater good.

Karly Kingsley @karlykingsley.bsky.social · Jun 5

Ron DeSantis just realized Florida’s short 9,000 teachers. Who would have ever thought that demonizing educators, banning books, and turning classrooms into warzones might make people quit?

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 4

2/2 (3) There’s a huge potential enrollment pool that institutions aren’t tapping into; & (4) Institutions still aren’t recognizing the value of building #microcredentialing programs. #AcademicSky #EduSky

Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 4

A few takeaways: (1) #Highered institutions are better at enrolling students than retaining them; (2) They need to improve their processes for identifying at-risk students & providing support; #AcademicSky #EduSky
www.insidehighered.com/news/student...

2.1M Students Left Higher Ed Without a Degree Last Year

New data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center finds more students are leaving higher ed without a degree each year than are re-enrolling and completing.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 4

2/2 #Highered institutions must take great care when selecting individuals for leadership & management roles. Treating staff with dignity & respect should be at the top of a qualifications list. #AcademicSky #EduSky

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 4

1/2 I've either observed or experienced every one of these. It's even worse when the image of a leader or supervisor comes to mind, because that person sets the example & creates a work culture for the entire department. #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 4

2/2 Colleges are cutting staff to save $$. Be advised: Relying on grad students or ChatGPT for quality assurance & #accreditation work isn't the answer. #AcademicSky #EduSky

Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 4

1/2 Quality assurance is the wheel that steers the ship & keeps it from sinking. It requires having experienced staff to make sure #highered institutions are using solid assessments, are collecting & analyzing data, & helping admins to make data-informed programmatic decisions. #AcademicSky #EduSky

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 3

3/3 If we prepare teachers with excellence, that will have a positive impact on the lives and learning of students for years to come. Yes, it's a pain in the neck, but accreditation helps us to strive higher, make data-informed decisions, and continuously improve our programs. #AcademicSky #EduSky

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 3

2/3 I know the hard work and commitment it takes to go through a rigorous program review process, and I'm so proud of each and every one! Of course, the ultimate benefactors of accredited #teachertraining programs are our P-12 students. #AcademicSky #EduSky

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · Jun 3

Sincere congratulations to the 34 educator preparation programs that earned #accreditation through Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) in Spring 2025! I'm also happy to share that 3 of those programs were my clients. 1/3 #AcademicSky #EduSky
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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · May 29

This speaks to the need for more apprenticeships, microcredentialing & competency-based education programs. #Highered institutions must be nimble, innovative & willing to change with the times. #AcademicSky #EduSky www.highereddive.com/news/employe...

1 in 4 employers say they’ll eliminate degree requirements by year’s end

A majority of polled hiring managers also said their companies look at relevant experience over bachelor’s degrees during hiring decisions.

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Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · May 20

100%. Cancer is a relentless, often silent killer and even if you survive, it changes your life forever. There's no room for even a syllable of unkindness toward anyone afflicted with this horrible illness.

John Pavlovitz @johnpavlovitz.bsky.social · May 20

Cancer is nonpartisan in the horrors it visits upon this place.

It is not a respecter of station, nor does it defer to a voting bloc.

It claims no party affiliation or religious dogma.

johnpavlovitz.substack.com/p/president-...

President Biden's Health Announcement and the Cancer of Tribalism

There are moments when you’re reminded just how far people around you have drifted from the plot of humanity, when you realize how poisoned by politics your family members, friends, and neighbors have...

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