About the Evaluator
Dr. Shalee Hodgson is a Senior Evaluator and Education Researcher with Impact Allies. She specializes in external evaluation and research strategies for National Science Foundation projects and other grants. In her role, she designs and implements evaluation frameworks, conducts analyses, and provides feedback to project teams. Dr. Hodgson emphasizes collaborative relationships with stakeholders to enhance outcomes and support data-driven decisions.
With over 15 years in higher education and workforce development, Dr. Hodgson has evaluated programs and strategies across federal, state, and local initiatives. Her work includes assessing grants, leading improvements, and developing evidence-based recommendations. Her expertise spans Career and Technical Education, Career Pathways, Credit for Prior Learning, Competency-Based Education, Integrated Education and Training, Open Educational Resources, and federal workforce programs.
She is a Marano Fellow of the Aspen Institute’s Sector Skills Academy.
Evaluation Background
I specialize in...
- Qualitative methods
- Mixed methods
- Empowerment evaluation
- Participatory evaluation approaches
- Theory-driven evaluation
I have worked with projects in the areas of:
- ATE projects
- Projects at two-year colleges
Training and Certifications
- Certificate in evaluation
- Professional development workshops, webinars, or online courses on evaluation
Outside of Work, I enjoy...
I find joy in exploring the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Northwest through hiking, creating handmade quilts and sewing projects on rainy days, and spending as much time as possible soaking up the tranquility of the Oregon coast.
A Successful Evaluation...
… provides actionable insights, fosters collaborative learning, and provides data analysis that informs strategic decision-making to enhance program effectiveness and sustainability.
My Working Style...
… centers on developing collaborative relationships to ensure evaluations align with grantees’ goals and needs. My flexible and adaptive approach allows me to adjust to evolving circumstances, deliver assessments of program effectiveness, and offer practical improvement solutions.
EvaluATE is supported by the National Science Foundation under grant number 2332143. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed on this site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.