Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 09/07/2026A pet food pantry--love that idea! Very creative & shows empathy for little ones who mean so much to us. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 08/06/2026Thank goodness. I wish him well, but not in political office. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 08/06/2026These are data centers I can get on board with! 020
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 08/06/2026I've been waiting a long time for this to open--will wait a little while until the crowds thin out a bit but I'm starting to have visions of a trip to the Windy City this fall! 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 08/06/2026Sometimes we just need to see things that warm our hearts & melt our stress away. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Excellent. In my county, commissioners decided to no longer allow public comment at meetings. People strongly oppose data centers but our elected officials refuse to listen. We can vote them out, but the damage will already have been done. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 06/06/2026I've never thought of myself as photogenic--at least now I know what all those years of work led to. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Indeed. My own dad enlisted in the Navy the second he graduated from HS & served on PT boats in the South Pacific. Died when I was a baby but he's my hero to this day. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 24/11/2025Love the notion of students helping to create authentic assessments for other learners! This empowers students & also honors the work experience, insights, and competencies they bring to the table. #AcademicSky #EduSky #assessment 032
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 24/11/2025We talk all the time about data-informed decision making, but there's a lot of confusion about which data we're talking about here. I break it down: #highered #accreditation #AcademicSky #EduSky robertarossfisher.com/key-assessme...robertarossfisher.comKey Assessments and Quality Assurance - Higher Education. Accreditation. Educator Preparation. Competency-Based Education. Consulting.Key assessments allow higher education faculty to identify specific program strengths weaknesses. That's the heart of quality assurance. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 13/11/2025CHEA President Paydar opines on the role of #AI within the #highered #accreditation landscape. He's spot on. AI is here & we need to find ways to use it to support our collective work. But we have use it ethically & responsibly. 1/2 #AcademicSky www.chea.org/can-accredit...chea.orgCan Accreditation Stay Human in an AI-Driven Future? | Council for Higher Education Accreditation 100
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 12/11/2025There's no stress quite like accreditation stress. #highered #accreditation #AcademicSky #EduSky robertarossfisher.com/accreditatio...robertarossfisher.comAccreditation Stress: It’s Real. - Higher Education. Accreditation. Educator Preparation. Competency-Based Education. Consulting.Accreditation stress is real, but it doesn't have to get the best of you or your team. Know the signs to watch for, and meet them head on. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 04/11/2025#highereducation #accreditation #qualityassurance #AcademicSky #EduSky Quality assurance in higher education is no longer just about meeting accreditation standards—it’s about building smarter systems that drive institutional and programmatic success. robertarossfisher.com/smarter-qual...robertarossfisher.comSmarter Quality Assurance in Higher Education: Key Questions for Institutional Success - Higher Education. Accreditation. Educator Preparation. Competency-Based Education. Consulting.There are vital questions every institution should ask to build a smarter quality assurance system in higher education. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 28/10/2025Giving a heartfelt SHOUT OUT to Franciscan University of Steubenville and the Education Department's excellent team for this impressive recognition, led by their amazing chair, Rebecca Rook, Ph.D.! #highered #accreditation #CAEP #educatorprep #AcademicSky #EduSky youtu.be/oIM4m5qjTcw?...youtu.beFranciscan University of Steubenville, OhioYouTube video by CAEP 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 24/10/2025Got 1 1/2 minutes? Here I discuss how colleges & universities can prepare for an upcoming accreditation site visit. #AcademicSky #EduSky #accreditation #consulting us02web.zoom.us/clips/share/...us02web.zoom.usPreparing for Accreditation Site VisitGot 1 1/2 minutes? Here I discuss how colleges & universities can prepare for an upcoming accreditation site visit. Need more info? Check out my website: www.globaleducationalconsulting.com 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 21/10/2025Need a word of encouragement today? Got 69 seconds? #highered #accreditation #AcademicSky #EduSky us02web.zoom.us/clips/share/...us02web.zoom.usOvercoming Accreditation Challenges: A Proud Mama Bird's Words of EncouragementGearing up for an accreditation site review? Need a little encouragement? Take a moment to breathe—all will be well. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 08/10/2025I 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/...us02web.zoom.usHelping Colleges & Universities Be Their Very BestI LOVE helping colleges & universities be their very best! Things like developing high-quality programs. Getting & maintaining state program approvals & authorizations to operate. Earn institutional &... 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 08/10/2025I 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/...us02web.zoom.usHelping Colleges & Universities Be Their Very BestI LOVE helping colleges & universities be their very best! Things like developing high-quality programs. Getting & maintaining state program approvals & authorizations to operate. Earn institutional &... 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 26/09/2025In 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 us02web.zoom.us/clips/share/...us02web.zoom.usPreparing for Accreditation Site VisitI 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... 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Within #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...afterbabel.comArtificial Intimacy: The Next Giant Social Experiment on Young MindsHow emotionally intelligent chatbots could trigger a new mental health crisis 111
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 02/08/2025Stressed 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. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 18/06/2025I 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...forbes.comWhat Accreditation Should A College Have? What To KnowA 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... 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 16/06/2025Small 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. 📊 Read more: robertarossfisher.com/using-data-t... #HigherEd #AcademicSkyrobertarossfisher.comUsing 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. 040
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 15/06/2025When it makes me laugh out loud, I have to share it. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 07/06/2025When it makes me laugh out loud, I have to share it. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 05/06/2025Performative 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. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 04/06/2025A 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...insidehighered.com2.1M Students Left Higher Ed Without a Degree Last YearNew 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. 100
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 04/06/20251/2 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 media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2... 110
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 04/06/20251/2 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 100
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 03/06/2025Sincere 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 caepnet.org/~/media/File...caepnet.org 110
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 29/05/2025This 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...highereddive.com1 in 4 employers say they’ll eliminate degree requirements by year’s endA majority of polled hiring managers also said their companies look at relevant experience over bachelor’s degrees during hiring decisions. 020
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 20/05/2025100%. 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. 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 20/05/2025We can survive without our precious electronic devices & other modern conveniences, but we won't be on this earth long without bees. Organic gardening is the way to go. Marigolds and mint worked wonders in keeping the pests at bay in my garden last year, & milkweed attracted the butterflies & bees. 020
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 20/05/2025Each #highered institution has a unique mission & plays an important role in educating our citizenry & workforce. It's a shame to see so many struggling. Only those who are visionary, strategic, & nimble enough to make data-informed changes will likely survive. hechingerreport.org/losing-faith...hechingerreport.orgLosing faith: Rural, religious campuses are among the most endangeredRural students often have few options other than religious institutions fighting to survive 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 15/05/20251/2 Interesting article - #AI is quickly interfacing with many aspects of our lives including in #highered. If you're a professor or an academic administrator, this may be a good springboard for discussion & policy development. #AcademicSky #EduSky www.nytimes.com/2025/05/14/t...nytimes.comThe Professors Are Using ChatGPT, and Some Students Aren’t Happy About It 231
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 05/05/2025Anyone involved in #highered #accreditation needs to keep an eye on the new "accrediting bodies" that will start popping up over the next couple of years. www.republicreport.org/2025/meet-th... 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 03/05/20251/2: This statement is absolutely correct. That said, I'm not a fan of state legislatures mandating or abolishing specific instructional methods. #AcademicSky #EduSky missouriindependent.com/2025/05/02/a... 150
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 02/05/2025Am curious: Has anyone experienced this at your #highered institution? #AcademicSky #EduSky hechingerreport.org/as-bot-stude... 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 02/05/2025I think we're going to see a LOT more #highered #accreditation bodies emerging in the next year or two. What I'm not sure of is how @chea.org's work will be impacted, given that they recognize accreditors. Thoughts, anyone? #AcademicSky #EduSky www.highereddive.com/news/educati...highereddive.comEducation Department unveils guidance to make switching accreditors easierThe new process could result in colleges changing accrediting agencies with little review into whether they’re trying to evade oversight, one expert said. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 29/04/2025"Among the grants cut were funding for research into online STEM education for girls and a project that sought to make scientific conferences more accessible to scholars at rural institutions." #AcademicSky #EduSky www.insidehighered.com/news/quick-t...insidehighered.comAnother 700 NSF Grants CutAnother 700 National Science Foundation grants were slashed Friday, the day after the agency’s director quit and a week after the president’s Department of Government Efficiency cut 400 NSF grants for... 023
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 23/04/2025Some excellent topics in the first issue of the AIUS Journal of Research & Scholarship. Journal article discussions can be a wonderful form of professional development for your department or #highered institution. #AcademicSky #EduSky careered.libguides.com/aiusjournal/...careered.libguides.comLibGuides: : HomeLibGuides: : Home 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 22/04/2025TIC-TOC: The 2025 EPP Annual Accreditation Report is open for providers to complete by April 30, 2025. All providers, regardless of accreditation status, are required to complete an annual report. #highered #accreditation #CAEP ⏰ 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 22/04/2025From a #highered #accreditation perspective, we're always looking for ways to learn more about student satisfaction, both during enrollment and & post-graduation. It's always been a challenge to get students to respond to survey requests. 1/2 #AcademicSky #EduSky 100
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 21/04/2025This is my idea of a peaceful existence. Thank you for sharing a bit of paradise with us, @glastomichelle.bsky.social 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 21/04/2025We've been the envy of the world because of our medical advances which have come from grant-funded research. Because of politics, these cuts are going to affect every person, regardless of who they voted for. www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty...insidehighered.comTrump Admin Cuts Halt Medical Research, Deaf Ed TrainingThe federal government says it has cut or frozen billions of dollars’ worth of grants and contracts to high-profile universities, ending potentially lifesaving studies and critically needed training, ... 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 21/04/2025An insightful op-ed from Janis Ellis, who compares what's happening in our country to something many of us can relate to: Termites. While they can be a considerable challenge, the good news is that termites can be defeated. missouriindependent.com/2025/04/21/i...missouriindependent.comIt’s not the pounding woodpecker on the roof, but undetected termites in the walls • Missouri IndependentThere is a broad attempt to weaken and destroy the structural integrity of America, and much of it is going unseen or inadequately addressed. When all the damage has been done, what will be left to sa... 010
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 19/04/2025Not sure where we'd be without the @aclu.org. Sincere appreciation. 000
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 17/04/2025Higher education has become a political punching bag. Ironically, most of the politicians who are attacking deep learning, critical thinking, and research attended the institutions now under attack. 1/2 #AcademicSky #EduSky 052
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 17/04/2025I'm fascinated by this strategy-it relates to dispositions or "soft skills" that educator prep programs recognize are so crucial in teaching success. Would love to know your thoughts. 1/2 #AcademicSky #EduSkymsn.comMSN 100
Dr. Roberta Ross-Fisher @robertarossfisher.bsky.social · 12/04/2025If you haven’t done so already, I’d recommend first taking a look at the “Butterflies” video, and then the website (lnkd.in/gMg-hPgV). Might be a good #AI discussion resource in teacher education courses & faculty workshops. 1/2 #AcademicSky #EduSky matterandspace.com 130