Institutional Innovation and Effectiveness
Leading innovation at SDCCD, the Institutional Innovation and Effectiveness Division drives data-informed practices, advances emerging technology integration, and creates collaborative opportunities that strengthen equity, learning, student success, and continuous improvement.
Welcome to the Institutional Innovation and Effectiveness (II&E) Division.
At SDCCD, we work with our colleges and district offices to advance strategic planning, institutional research, accreditation, and the thoughtful integration of innovation and emerging technologies. Our focus is on providing tools, insights, and opportunities for engagement that strengthen data-informed decision-making, support continuous improvement, and foster inclusive innovation across the district.
As Vice Chancellor, I’m proud to introduce our talented team and the work we do which is always grounded in equity, student success, and a shared commitment to ongoing growth. We bring people together to shape shared strategy, conduct and share research that informs action, unlock funding, and create opportunities that support faculty and staff in reaching their goals. Whether through strategic planning sessions, research-based insights, AI literacy workshops, communities of inquiry and practice, or tailored resources, we’re here as your partners to learn, ideate, support and continuously change and improve to support our community.
Dr. Michelle Fischthal, Vice Chancellor
of Institutional Innovation & Effectiveness
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Institutional Innovation and Effectiveness
Meet Our Team!
Our II&E Professionals:
Our team brings expertise in strategic planning, institutional research, data analysis, and emerging technologies, all dedicated to fostering continuous improvement and supporting student success, equity, and innovation across the district.
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Innovation & Emerging Technologies
As the colleges in the SDCCD continue to serve a diverse student body with varied needs, the district's commitment to innovative programs, services, technology, and operations stands as an essential foundation for delivering a responsive, relevant, and future-ready education to our communities.
Visit Innovation & Emerging TechnologiesResearch & Analytics
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Research (OIER) supports research, planning, and decision-making around the district by providing data about enrollment, outcomes, and student services. The OIER also completes mandated reporting and serves as a primary source for information on institutional effectiveness at SDCCD.
Visit Research and AnalyticsProfessional Development: Training & Engagement
Here, you'll find a variety of workshops, trainings, and collaborative sessions designed to foster innovation and support your professional journey. Our offerings cover a range of topics, including emerging technologies, institutional effectiveness, research, and analytics.
Visit Professional DevelopmentInstitutional Effectiveness & Planning
The SDCCD Strategic Plan will guide the future of the colleges and the District between now and 2030 by identifying our collective vision, goals, and objectives. It builds on and complements strategic plans developed by San Diego City, Mesa, Miramar Colleges, and the San Diego College of Continuing Education.
Visit Institutional Effectiveness and PlanningAccreditation
Our credit colleges, San Diego City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges are accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges. San Diego College of Continuing Education is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
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