Dear John,
Academic leaders must think hard about how to preserve their missions while adjusting to new realities under outcomes-based funding models, which allocate funds based on how well institutions meet predetermined goals. Sometimes, the design of these formulas can create unintended consequences. Lawmakers with limited knowledge of higher education might approve a plan with narrow goals that place certain students or colleges at a disadvantage. The pressure to raise completion rates can tempt colleges to lower academic standards.
Get your copy of our latest Chronicle issue brief, "The Rise of Performance-Based Funding: How Colleges are Adapting in the New Age of Accountability," for insight into the current national landscape of this funding model. You'll gain access to success stories, expert advice, and data to help you navigate the intricacies of performance-based funding, which was created as an incentive for institutions to improve student success. Order the issue brief for insight into:
- The motivations of lawmakers and others seeking greater accountability
- The types of institutional benchmarks used to demonstrate student success
- How to assess the effectiveness of different funding models
- How to avoid unintended negative consequences as you adapt
- Ways to work with your state and create fairer metrics
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