Makala Skinner
Researcher at Ithaka S+R
- Role
- Researcher at Ithaka S+R
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Makala Skinner
When I began working in research and evaluation, I discovered my niche. I believe in the power of data-driven decision making. Well-done research serves both the organization as well as the population they serve. I love asking a question and then getting to search for the answer through quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. I am innately curious and detail-oriented, which has served me well in developing and managing research projects from concept to outcome.I am a forward-thinking, analytical research leader offering extensive experience in implementing research programs with a focus on research design, mixed methods research, public policy research, and writing articles and reports. I am a skilled relationship builder and communicator and I efficiently create effective working partnerships. I support the coordination of research projects, including conducting site visits, training, and managing junior associates and interns, and preparing protocols. I excel at analyzing qualitative and quantitative data. Core Skills: Data Comprehension | Complex Problem Solving | Service-oriented | Project Management | NVIVO | Quantitative & Qualitative Research | Survey Design | Semi-structured Interviews | Focus Groups |SPSS | Publications | Leader | Qualtrics | STATA | Coach & Mentor | Data-Driven Research Reports, Articles & Briefs | Literature Reviews
Experience
Researcher
Jul 2023 — Present
Education
Teachers College, Columbia University
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Educational Development
2016 — 2018
Trinity College Dublin
IES Program, Study Abroad
2009 — 2009
The George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
2007 — 2010
Skills
- Volunteer Management
- Public Speaking
- Microsoft Office
- Community Outreach
- Qualitative Research
- Student Affairs
- Curriculum Design
- Microsoft Excel
- Quantitative Research
- Strategic Partnerships
- Teaching
- Microsoft Word
- Resume Writing
- Higher Education
- Curriculum Development
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Interviewing
- Esl
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Travel
- Editing
- Research
- M&E
- Tutoring
- Writing
- Student Development
- Program Development
- Presentations
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