Watermark addresses the challenge of disparate data sources. We provide a unified way for IE and IR leaders to access and report on all institutional data, including assessment, student, program, course, and faculty data. Pull data from your LMS with dynamic integrations to get the insights you need for both accreditors and continuous improvement initiatives.
Streamline continuous improvement. Increase efficiency. Surface impactful insights.
Navigate the complexities of institutional effectiveness and drive positive transformation at your institution.
Tools to help you make your mark
From managing data collection and analysis to steering through accreditation requirements and compliance standards, you play a pivotal role in aligning operations with your institution’s goals and mission. But these responsibilities are not without their challenges.
Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, effectively integrating technology, and synthesizing and communicating critical data are just a few of your formidable responsibilities. The tools you choose to support your work can either streamline your processes or hinder the progress you’re trying to make.
Watermark’s Educational Impact Suite (EIS) is thoughtfully designed to empower institutional effectiveness (IE) and institutional research (IR) leaders to navigate the complexities of assessment, accreditation, and educational outcomes. By seamlessly integrating assessment processes, driving alignment with outcomes and standards, and improving data access and accuracy, Watermark is your ally in driving institutional success.
Explore a comprehensive platform designed to elevate your decision-making, foster continuous improvement, and support institutional excellence.
We understand the challenges you face
Goal setting
You work with a vast amount of complex data. But without tools that can translate your data into insights, it can be hard to determine metrics for success. Watermark surfaces data trends automatically so you can track progress.
Meeting reporting expectations
Data integration issues, resource constraints, and changing requirements are just some of the hurdles to effectively reporting on institutional process and progress. Built with this in mind, our suite helps you stay compliant without the stress.
Data fragmentation
Information is often scattered across various systems and departments — and fragmented data means a fragmented view of your institution’s performance. Watermark helps you gather and analyze data so you can get the perspective you need.
Tedious processes
When you’re stuck in a loop of repetitive tasks, it limits your capacity to focus on strategic, value-added responsibilities. The right tools can automate these processes, giving you more time be impactful.
Data accuracy and integrity
Manual processes lead to data gaps, lags, and inaccuracies — meaning you could make decisions from incorrect figures. A tool that assists with data collection and analysis from the systems you already use, like your LMS can increase the quality of institutional effectiveness outputs.
Changing educational landscape
Higher ed is constantly evolving with new pedagogical approaches, tech advancements, student demographics, and ever-changing labor market needs. Without a tool that can track this information and put it into context, it’s easy to fall behind.
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What do our clients have to say?
“Now I can see which core competencies have unmet outcomes. Being able to have those conversations…is the most major university-wide impact from using the system.”
“The biggest benefit of Watermark is having all of our information in one spot. We can quickly see what programs are doing and how their learning outcomes tie into the –
“The biggest benefit of Watermark is having all of our information in one spot. We can quickly see what programs are doing and how their learning outcomes tie into the university outcomes.” –
Using great data to tell a better story
“At MTSU we built solid foundations with our people and processes to implement Watermark solutions. Now we have the data and the campus feedback to tell a great success story.”
A one stop shop!
“We have used Watermark’s Planning & Self Study for years now and I love how flexible the system is. We use P&SS for our academic program review, our general education –
“We have used Watermark’s Planning & Self Study for years now and I love how flexible the system is. We use P&SS for our academic program review, our general education review, our strategic planning, and our accreditation report submission. I think the system is easy enough to use that we can allow faculty to log in and enter the data for their IE data. I really appreciate how easy it is to do a year by year comparison on IE results. … P&SS helps me by combining the function of several different software programs into one. Prior to implementing P&SS, we used a homegrown system for academic program review and core review, we used a competitor for accreditation reporting, and we used yet a different one for strategic planning. It has saved lots of time and headaches to combine them into one.” –
Real-time response rates are the key
“Course Evaluations & Surveys is automated and you can check your response rate in real-time. For faculty members, the feedback is as close to instant as possible.”
Using insights to determine next steps
“Watermark helps me capture information and put it right at our fingertips. We can then pull out insights and say ‘here’s where we’re being successful’ or ‘here’s where we could –
“Watermark helps me capture information and put it right at our fingertips. We can then pull out insights and say ‘here’s where we’re being successful’ or ‘here’s where we could do better.’” –
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