Reporting Methodologies (3.0)

Credit Language

PRE 4: Reporting Methodologies – Version 3.0

Questions & Answers

How has this credit changed between STARS Version 2 and Version 3?

This new credit requires qualitative information about the methods used to complete, review, and obtain assurance for the STARS report. It includes information formerly found under 2.2’s PA 4: Reporting Assurance (v2.2). A comprehensive list of differences can be found in the STARS 3.0 Summary of changes.

Resources, Templates & Tools

Version 3.0 Review Template

• Download Excel file.
• Make a copy for sharing in Google Drive

Suggestions for Institutions

• Earn bonus points by completing the STARS review template, and referencing this and other quality assurance steps under this credit.

Example Responses

Good detail provided under all sections, with student involvement in data collection, and intercampus collaboration for data quality referenced:

• Agnes Scott College
• Amherst College
• University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
• Southern New Hampshire University
• State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry

Potential Data Quality Issues

• Check that affirmative responses are supported.