Five Steps Of Outcome Based Planning And Evaluation For Public Libraries

Author : Melissa Gross,Cindy Mediavilla,Virginia A. Walter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-13
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838914168

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Five Steps of Outcome-Based Planning and Evaluation for Public Libraries by Melissa Gross,Cindy Mediavilla,Virginia A. Walter Pdf

Planning and assessment are both crucial elements of a public library that functions efficiently and flexibly. So why are they often treated as separate processes? This concise book combines planning and evaluation in a holistic approach, helping public library managers and staff put library resources to work for the community. Based on a series of successful workshops, the workflow presented by the authors is made up of manageable steps for integrating outcome-based planning and evaluation (OBPE) into the routine functions of the public library. Offering step by step guidance that’s transparent and easy to follow, this book introduces the concept of OBPE and explains how it can be a streamlined, effective method of getting library users’ feedback; defines “outcomes” and shows why public libraries should use them to plan and evaluate services;shares methodologies for assessing community needs and interests, including key informant interviews, surveys, focus groups, and environmental scans;demonstrates how to use community assessment data to create outcome statements that not only guide the creation of new library services, but also provide targets for measuring the effectiveness of those services;offers techniques for designing services that directly serve the community while also achieving the outcomes the library has targeted; andprovides tips for sharing the results with stakeholders and maximizing successful outcome-based programs to leverage the library’s role in the community.Featuring plentiful examples of how to proceed through each phase of the OBPE model, this book boils down planning and evaluation into an approachable, easy to understand process for public librarians, library managers, and grant writers.

Author : Melissa Gross,Cindy Mediavilla,Virginia A. Walter
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2022-07-22
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838938324

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Five Steps of Outcome-Based Planning & Evaluation for Youth Services by Melissa Gross,Cindy Mediavilla,Virginia A. Walter Pdf

Outcome-based planning and evaluation (OBPE), with its straightforward approach built on a flexible framework, is the perfect model to enable youth services professionals to deliver effective services regardless of uncertainties. An outcome-based approach can help youth services stay grounded in producing desired outcomes with and for youth through responsive programs, services, and processes that can adapt to changing conditions. Clarifying the relationship between planning, program development, and evaluation, the five simple steps outlined in this book will help youth services staff conduct solid community assessments and integrate OBPE into their work. Inside its pages you will learn a short history of OBPE and its evolution; why it is crucially important to involve youth in all stages of program development, with guidance on navigating challenges; how to think about planning as the need to react quickly, whether due to natural or human-made disasters, changing demographics, or economic swings; the five steps of OBPE, from gathering information about your community and determining the outcomes that will serve your community to crafting accurate outcome statements, developing an evaluation plan, and maximizing the results of successful outcome-based programs; how to visualize the steps needed to successfully plan, implement, and evaluate an outcome-based program, using the template included in the book; ways to share your data to let people know the library’s important role in the community; and additional useful tools to bolster your work, including environmental scan forms and ideas for creating relevant family storytimes.

Author : Kathleen Campana,J. Elizabeth Mills
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838917961

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Create, Innovate, and Serve by Kathleen Campana,J. Elizabeth Mills Pdf

Emphasizing an inclusive approach to programming that incorporates research-based theories and frameworks, this text will be a valuable orientation tool for LIS students as well as a holistic guide for current children and youth services professionals.

Author : Anthony Bernier,Shari Lee
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-04-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781538179307

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Young Adult Library Services by Anthony Bernier,Shari Lee Pdf

Finally, a single volume that comprehensively introduces and addresses the most pressing issues and opportunities in young adult (teen) library services. Perpetually in the shadow of service to children, and historically riven by fractious relationships between public and school libraries, young adult services continue to suffer inadequacies and inequities of all kinds. Consequently, this area of specialization remains without the capacity to build the institutional, political, cultural, or professional influence needed to grow and develop beyond ritual and repetition. Young Adult Services: Challenges and Opportunities (COYAS) begins to address these inequities by preparing professionals. In COYAS, LIS youth services instructors, especially those in the United States and Canada, will find a single, broad, and diverse engagement with scholars and acknowledged experts on the most pressing issues confronting YA services today. Students at both graduate and undergraduate levels will benefit from the field-tested topics delivered through accessible treatments. Practicing YA (and youth) librarians will appreciate the support and evidence-based analysis they likely found lacking in their MLIS programs. Earnest youth advocates will value the pursuit of issues beyond cliché and perpetual “crash course” entry-level conversations. In addition, instructors and students will both value the brevity of concisely focused chapters, sectional introductions, as well as the study guide questions that conclude each chapter. Content areas include history and critical engagement with foundational concepts in YA services, current practices regarding challenges and opportunities, as well as forward leaning issues for future development of the field. COYAS will ultimately empower librarians in delivering professional-grade information services to improve the quality of young people’s experience in this important cultural institution.

Author : Sandra Nelson
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838935736

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Strategic Planning for Results by Sandra Nelson Pdf

The PLA Results Series has long served to help public librarians envision, evaluate, and respond to community needs with distinctive programs and services. Building from this proven model, Strategic Planning for Results is the fully revised version of Planning for Results, the foundational book in this groundbreaking series. Sandra Nelson, senior editor of the Results Series, focuses on the essential steps to draft a results-driven, strategic planning process that libraries can complete over the course of four months, regardless of organizational structure or size. Reflecting on the current planning environment for public libraries, Nelson makes the case for strategic rather than long-term planning and includes a wealth of information about understanding and managing the change process to help staff Assess the change-readiness of the library and preparing staff to implement forthcoming changes Simplify data collection and decision-making processes through the use of 14 reproducible workforms Identify service priority options and reach agreement as a group Successfully present and communicate within their library Including the newly revised and adopted Public Library Service Responses, along with case studies, workforms, and tool kits, Strategic Planning for Results offers librarians a wealth of ideas to effectively meet changing community needs.

Author : Rhea Joyce Rubin
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0838935605

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Demonstrating Results by Rhea Joyce Rubin Pdf

I became a librarian because of my interest in how reading affects people, how it can lead to insights and help people transform their lives...library services and materials help them in their efforts to change and grow. Outcome measurement can assess how well libraries do that.—Rhea Joyce Rubin from the Preface Library services and programs that not only meet goals but can also demonstrate these results are more likely to secure repeat funding. By evaluating and presenting outcomes, libraries can document the positive work they do in a concrete way and gain financial support. According to Planning for Results expert Rubin, outcome measurement lets libraries evaluate how they affect their users' quality of life. This latest addition to the PLA-sponsored Results Series uses familiar task breakdowns along with key terms in a step-by-step, service-oriented format so that readers can master the outcome measurement process as they: Enhance library programs using evaluation techniques Use and customize the 14 step-by-step workforms to address unique needs Gather and interpret statistically accurate data to demonstrate outcomes Measure, evaluate, and present outcomes to attract funding Applying these concepts in examples and in two running case studies, an Internet class for seniors, and a teen mother-tutoring program brings the model to life. The "Toolkit" includes tips on creating evaluations, coding data, and selecting a sample. By assessing the impact of services in users' lives, public library directors and program managers demonstrate to funding bodies their accountability and the effectiveness of programs, thus positioning their libraries to secure maximum funding.

Author : Karen Starr,Patrick Ragains
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2018-09-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781538106402

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Public Library Administration Transformed by Karen Starr,Patrick Ragains Pdf

As society struggles with issues related to the scope and effectiveness of government, librarians must ask, “How and why will communities support public libraries in the future?” This book covers public library administration in a comprehensive and detailed manner.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Libraries
ISBN : UIUC:30112065463645

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Perspectives on Outcome Based Evaluation for Libraries and Museums by Anonim Pdf

Author : Erin Berman
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838917862

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Your Technology Outreach Adventure by Erin Berman Pdf

This guide will empower libraries to design and prototype technology-based outreach ideas safely, quickly, and with confidence, leading to better service for all members of the community.

Author : Joel A. Nichols
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2017-02-06
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9798216126164

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Out of This World Library Programs by Joel A. Nichols Pdf

Focusing on the most compelling titles across the vast area of imaginative fantasy and science fiction literature and media, this book showcases creative ways to build on existing interest in these genres and promote reading, literacy, and critical thinking. Science fiction and fantasy stories captivate the imaginations of youth and adults—even today, when real-life technological developments often border on unbelievable. We see evidence of the universal appeal of sci-fi and fantasy-themed tales in popular books, movies, and television series—from The Hunger Games, The Martian, and Star Wars to Jessica Jones and The Man in the High Castle. This guide provides avenues for making use of what naturally interests young audiences pre-teen through emerging or new adult with some 50 programs based on speculative fiction. For each of the literature-based programs, the book provides a description of the project that identifies the appropriate age level and its goals and learning objectives as well as the duration of time and materials needed. While the selection of titles is diverse, special emphasis is given to media and books created by women and people of color. The step-by-step directions, annotation of the book on which the project is based, list of related titles, and special tips ensure that you'll be able to easily implement the program in your classroom or library. Most of the programs have a technology-related component but can be adapted to be done as traditional crafts. All of the programs are appropriate for students in English and creative writing classes as well as for youth or young adults in a public library setting.

Author : Diana Silveira
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781538109335

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Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow by Diana Silveira Pdf

Technology is a crucial part of libraries today. But when it comes to figuring out the most effective technologies for their library or to planning for future technology needs, many librarians don’t know where to begin. Library Technology Planning for Today and Tomorrow is the place to start. This practical guide will be of special value to those in small- and medium-size libraries, especially those new to the planning process who have not previously implemented technology or who have had difficulty implementing strategic plans. By using this LITA guide overwhelmed librarians can create a sound, realistic technology plan and implementing that plan by identifying each step necessary to accomplish the library’s goals. As they follow this road map from beginning to end, library staff will be able to meet the technology needs of their communities and to achieve their library's technology goals. This step-by-step guide takes the reader through the process of successfully creating and implementing a library technology plan. Each chapter addresses an aspect of planning and implementation—from conducting a technology audit and selecting appropriate devices to deploying new technologies and training staff and users. Further, this LITA guide will help librarians evaluate the success of their work in developing and implementing their technology plans.

Author : Vera Gubnitskaia,Carol Smallwood
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-20
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781476639239

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Homeschooling and Libraries by Vera Gubnitskaia,Carol Smallwood Pdf

As families are looking for better ways to educate their children, more and more of them are becoming interested and engaged in alternative ways of schooling that are different, separate, or opposite of the traditional classroom. Homeschooling has become ever more creative and varied as families create custom-tailored curricula, assignments, goals, and strategies that are best for each unique child. This presents a multitude of challenges and opportunities for information institutions, including public, academic, school, and special libraries. The need for librarians to help homeschool families become information and media literate is more important than ever. This collection of essays provides a range of approaches and strategies suggested by skilled professionals as well as veteran homeschool parents on how to best serve the diverse needs and learning experiences of homeschooled youth. It includes information on needs assessments for special needs students, gifted students, and African American students; advice on how to provide support for the families of homeschoolers; case studies; and information on new technologies that could benefit libraries and the homeschooler populations that they serve.

Author : Cynthia A. Olney
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Health education
ISBN : RUTGERS:33008005936020

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Planning Outcomes-based Outreach Projects by Cynthia A. Olney Pdf

Author : Rachel A. Fleming-May,Regina Mays
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-23
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838937792

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Fundamentals of Planning and Assessment for Libraries by Rachel A. Fleming-May,Regina Mays Pdf

The concepts of planning and assessment are intrinsically linked—and understanding them is essential for raising the library’s profile and strengthening its position among stakeholders and the community. Even if you're an LIS student or are new to the profession, or if planning or assessment are not your primary areas of responsibility, you still have a role to play in the success of organizational efforts. Fleming-May has more than a decade of experience in planning and assessment initiatives and instruction, and Mays was her institution’s first assessment librarian; their primer draws from theory, research, and their first-hand observations to illuminate such topics as characteristics of bad planning strategy that can help to illustrate a better approach; reasons why using economic models, like ROI, fall short; how to mix the three types of planning; guidelines to ensure that assessment is meaningful and actionable; tips for creating effective surveys; emphasizing users’ needs with a critical assessment framework; data analysis for surveys, interviews, focus groups, and observation; four questions to ask about audience level before you develop a report; a sample 3-year assessment plan that can be customized; and seven steps for developing a culture of ongoing assessment.

Author : Lesley S. J. Farmer,Alan M. Safer
Publisher : ALA Neal-Schuman
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-26
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 083891425X

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Library Improvement through Data Analytics by Lesley S. J. Farmer,Alan M. Safer Pdf

This book's clear, concise coverage will enable readers of every experience level to gain a better understanding of statistics in order to facilitate library improvement.