ACRL Project Outcome

Following the Day 2 sessions, we will host the ACRL Project Outcome for Academic Libraries Workshop as a 1/2 day post-conference. This workshop is offered at no extra cost but will require additional registration as seating is limited.

Learn more about the Project Outcome for Academic Libraries initiative here.

ACRL Project Outcome Post-Conference Workshop

Friday afternoon, November 8

Abstract

In this interactive workshop, attendees will learn how to use the Project Outcome for Academic Libraries surveys and resources. Project Outcome is a free toolkit that helps libraries measure four key learning outcomes – knowledge, confidence, application, and awareness – across seven library program and service areas. The survey topics cover: Instruction, Events/Programs, Research, Teaching Support, Digital & Special Collections, Space, and Library Technology. Project Outcome provides academic libraries of any size the means to easily measure outcomes in those areas and to use that data as the basis for continuous improvements and advocacy.

Prior to the workshop we recommend that participants register for Project Outcome, review basic materials in the toolkit, and consider a goal for outcome measurement at their library. Attendees may wish to bring a laptop or tablet to use during the session.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

• Measure meaningful learning outcomes using Project Outcome for Academic Libraries.
• Use the Project Outcome for Academic Libraries toolkit to administer surveys, analyze results, and create reports.
• Understand how other libraries have used outcome data for action.
• Identify challenges and effective means of implementing outcome measurement to improve library services and advocacy.
• Develop an action plan for successfully implementing Project Outcome at your library.