The IQ is designed to target specific areas of interest. This information enables us to examine which benefits and programs are most effective, identify best practices and compile benchmark data based on different categorizations of the program participants. It is designed to be an audit of policies and management practices. The first time completing the Read More »
Category Archives: FAQs
Is there a minimum response rate for the faculty/staff survey?
There is not a specific response rate needed to be eligible for consideration. Instead, ModernThink reviews confidence levels and confidence intervals to ensure statistical significance. ModernThink reserves the right to eliminate a school when we believe there is not statistical validity from the survey data.
Is there a minimum response rate for the Institution Questionnaire?
On the IQ, ModernThink reserves the right to eliminate a school from recognition potential when there is not substantive completion of the questionnaire.
Can we offer incentives to participate?
In order to ensure a level playing field for all participants, incentives of any kind are strictly prohibited. The same is true for any penalties.
When and how do we find out if we are recognized?
All institutions will be notified in advance of publication as to whether they are recognized and if so, in which categories. These institutions are revealed with the release of the Recognized Institutions List and published as a special insert in The Chronicle of Higher Education. Those that do not receive recognition will not be made Read More »
What if our workforce contains union employees?
This is not an issue. We make no distinction between union and non-union employees. Union employees must be included in the random selection for the survey process.
Do we have to complete the survey online?
Yes. Paper surveys are not available.
Will I have access to our institution’s data file?
No. In order to protect the confidentiality of all participants, you will not have access to your raw data.
Is there an embargo on press releases?
Yes. Recognized institutions may not publicize their results until the week the special insert is released.