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Invitation to Participate
If youve been thinking where best to explore the current issues facing institutional research (IR) staff in Australasia in 2013 then its time to consider AAIRs Annual Forum. This year we head right across to the beautiful west coast of Australia to Scarborough on Perths northern beaches. The Rendezvous Grand Hotel Perth Scarborough will be our host from Wednesday 13 to Friday 15 November 2013. On behalf of the Australasian Association for Institutional Research (AAIR) Forum Organising Committee Id like to extend a warm invitation to you to participate. This year the Organising Committee has chosen the theme, Insights from Institutional Research: Exploring New Shores and for many it may be your first trip to the distant shores of Western Australia. So theres certainly scope to explore new shores along the western coastline as well as discovering the rich diversity of topics pervading IR. As usual we expect to attract the leading IR practitioners from across Australasia. Therell be a range of sub-themes that will further be explored, from the student experience, through planning and budgeting to equity and diversity and research performance to name just a few. Every year seems to bring new challenges to our sector and the need to provide better institutional analysis to support sound decision-making is becoming increasingly important. Thats good from a professional career perspective but it does mean that we need to develop our networks and share our knowledge more than ever to keep ahead of these changes. Technology of course assists us to do our jobs more cleverly and efficiently. But how do we keep abreast of that quickly changing environment? Our sponsors over the past few years have been assisting IR staff to explore these new prospects and we look forward to seeing them again in Perth. Take the opportunity to speak with these vendors as theyre working closely with many of your colleagues in other universities. Were very grateful that our valued sponsors continued support enables AAIR to offer the best experience to our delegates at a reasonable rate. Were also hoping to again have representatives from the government departments with which we closely work. In an Australian election year it is likely that whoever is in government will want to change the policy landscape once again so it will be timely to have their perspective closely on the heels of the election. If this will be your first time at an AAIR event or your first time presenting, the AAIR Executive will again be hosting a meet-andgreet session to make you feel welcome and to pass on what little wisdom we think we have. Watch the Forum website as we release more details in the regular program updates. As the peak Forum for institutional researchers in Australia and New Zealand, mark this event in your calendar. This Forum continues to be run by practitioners for practitioners so it cant run without your participation. Come and join me and explore the many new insights that the Perth Forum hopes to offer. Dave Marr President, AAIR
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CONTENTS Call for Abstracts Program at a Glance Forum Social Program Location & Venue 4 8 9 10
Forum Managers
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Important Dates
Call for Abstracts Distribution: Registration released: Call for Abstracts Deadline: Call for Abstract Review Date: Acceptance to presenters: Early Bird Closes: Full Papers Required for Peer review: Registration Closes: NOW NOW 8 July 2013 9 July 22 July 2013 26 July 2013 30 August 2013 16 September 2013 4 November 2013
improved understanding, planning and operation of tertiary education institutions within Australasia. Forum participants who join AAIR get a much reduced registration fee. Not only that, they also get many other benefits as described on the AAIR web site. If you are interested, then join online at: www.aair.org.au Please note that if you purchased a FULL registration to the 2012 AAIR Forum in Terrigal, NSW, then membership of AAIR for the 2013 period was included in your registration fee. We invite you to submit an abstract for consideration in the Forum program. Abstracts will be reviewed and presented within the program and published on the AAIR website along with the full papers from the participants who wish to submit under the full paper guidelines.
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Institutional Rankings
ranking schemes the good, the bad and the ugly evaluating the impact of factors on institutional rankings the impacts of rankings on institutions
Student Experience
quantitative and qualitative analysis of student experience and engagement measuring the impact of the electronic environment on student learning, including MOOCs and social media measuring the effectiveness of strategies to manage at risk students measuring graduate skills and how they meet industry needs
Emerging Technologies
business intelligence and data mining strategies employment of data warehouse strategies use of cloud computing use of geographic information systems
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SPEAKER REGISTRATION
All lead authors who have their papers accepted for presentation must register for the Forum via the website www.aairconference2013.org.au
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The 2013 AAIR Forum reserves the right to amend or alter any advertised details relating to dates, program and speakers if necessary, without notice, as a result of circumstances beyond their control. All attempts have been made to keep any changes to an absolute minimum.
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Program at a Glance
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Welcome Reception
Venue: Ocean Room, Date: Time: Rendezvous Grand Hotel Perth Scarborough Wednesday 13 November 6:00pm 8:00pm
Forum Dinner
Venue: University Club, University of Western Australia Date: Time: Thursday 14 November 7:00pm 11:00pm
Dress: Smart Dress Inclusive Event Additional tickets are available for $125 per person The University of Western Australia is excited to be celebrating its centenary in 2013 and will host the annual AAIR Forum Dinner at its prestigious University Club. Located on the banks of the Swan River in the unique surrounds of the University, the University Club is the perfect location for a memorable Forum Dinner. Catch up with colleagues and friends and enjoy a three course meal complemented by Western Australian wines followed by local entertainment. A return bus from the Rendezvous Hotel to the Forum Dinner will be available to all attendees.
Dress: Smart Dress Inclusive function Additional tickets: $70 per person The Welcome Reception is a great opportunity to network with new colleagues and to catch up with friends. The evening will included canaps and beverages in a relaxed environment.
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Accommodation
Rendezvous Grand Hotel Perth, Scarborough, Western Australia
The Forum Organisers have secured accommodation at Rendezvous Grand Hotel Perth in Scarborough for AAIR delegates. If you wish to book accommodation please do so early to avoid disappointment. Bookings can be made online during the registration process. AAIR delegates have the opportunity to book Deluxe Rooms which include private balconies and ocean or coastal views. The hotels amenities include a lagoon-style heated outdoor swimming pool, health club and steam room, tennis courts, day spa, complimentary wireless internet, and room service. The hotel offers first rate dining options including the Cascades Pool Bar, the Lobby Lounge and the popular Straights Caf.
Room Rates
Deluxe Room - $206.50 per night This room rate includes a full buffet breakfast for one person.
Parking
Rendezvous Hotel offers delegates secure parking in their underground premises. If delegates book in advance they are eligible for a discounted rate of $10 per day (limits may apply). Valet parking is available at $20 per day.
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Registration Fees
Payment of fees must accompany all registrations and may be made by personal or company cheque or credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, money order and direct deposit. Cheques should be made payable to Leishman Associates - AAIR. A tax invoice and confirmation letter will be issued when payment is made. You may also book accommodation and tours on-line when you register.
Members Rates
Full Registration - Early Bird Full Registration - Standard Day Registration Early Bird Day Registration Standard $980.00 $1130.00 $380.00 $480.00
Insurance
Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that participants take out their own general travel insurance. It is suggested that the insurance policy should also cover loss of fees/deposit, airfares, accommodation charges, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property and repatriation expenses. The insurance should cover loss arising from the cancellation of the forum by the organisers or a persons inability to attend due to any reason whatsoever. No responsibility is taken by the Forum Managers for any person not holding insurance.
Registration Entitlements
Full Registration for members and non-members includes attendance at all sessions. Full registration also includes: one set of forum proceedings, satchel, name badge, lunch, morning and afternoon refreshments, entry to the Welcome Reception and Forum Dinner, and AAIR membership for 2014. Day Registration includes attendance at sessions on the nominated day of attendance, one set of forum proceedings, satchel, name badge, and lunch, morning and afternoon refreshments on the day of attendance. Day registration does not include any of the social program functions. Tickets to attend any of the social functions need to be purchased separately. Day registration does not include membership of AAIR.
Web Page
Up to date Forum information is available from the Forum web site located at: www.aairconference2013.org.au. Please check regularly for current program details and updates.
Further Information
Leishman Associates (Forum Managers) 113 Harrington Street, HOBART TAS 7000 Phone: (03) 6234 7844 Fax: (03) 6234 5958 Email: victoria@leishman-associates.com.au
Acknowledgment of Registration
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Section B Registration
Early Bird (by 30 August 2013) Standard (after 30 August 2013) Members Rates
Full Registration - Early Bird Day Registration Early Bird $980.00 $380.00 Full Registration - Standard Day Registration Standard $1,130.00 $480.00
Registration Fees Subtotal = $ All Registrants: Please rank the following streams in order of preference (1-favourite & 8-least favourite):
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