About the GPI
The Global Perspective Inventory (GPI) assesses a global and holistic view of student learning and development and the importance of the campus environment in fostering holistic student development. The GPI measures how students think, view themselves as people with cultural heritage, and relate to others from other cultures, backgrounds and values. It reflects how students are responding to three major questions: How do I know?, Who am I? and, How do I relate to others?
The GPI can provide evidence of students' global perspective and experiences:
- At entry into college
- At end of first, second, third year
- At graduation from college
- At the beginning and conclusion of an "education/study abroad" experience
- At the beginning and conclusion of an active learning experience, e.g., internship, civic engagement project, service learning
| About RISE | History of the GPI |
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The Research Institute for Studies in Education (RISE), a unit of the School of Education, is located at Iowa State University. RISE conducts comprehensive, integrated, research and evaluation studies to enhance K-12 and postsecondary education nationally and globally. |
The GPI was originally housed at The Global Perspective Institute Inc., which was established in 2008 to study and promote global holistic human development, especially among college students. The Global Perspective Inventory was hosted by Central College in Pella, IA under the direction of Larry Braskamp until 2015 when Iowa State began hosting the GPI. |