Getting started with evaluation / Peter Hernon, Robert E. Dugan, and Joseph R. Matthews.
| Author/creator | Hernon, Peter author. |
| Other author | Dugan, Robert E., 1952- author. |
| Other author | Matthews, Joseph R. author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Chicago, IL : ALA Editions, 2014. |
| Description | x, 242 pages : illustrations, forms ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Evaluation -- Evidence-based planning and decision making -- Library metrics -- Internal evaluation for planning and decision making -- External evaluation to inform stakeholders and to guide continuous improvement -- Measuring satisfaction -- Measuring service quality -- Measuring return on investment (ROI) -- Measuring the value of the library and its services -- Using and communicating the results -- Positive organizational change. |
| Abstract | This workbook for managers at academic and public libraries presents an overview of evaluation and the types of metrics, linking them to strategic planning and infrastructure. It also features a detailed list of sources for metrics and concrete examples of evaluation in practice. |
| Local note | Little-360218--305131066136Z |
| Bibliography note | "Selected readings": pages 229-232. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2013017137 |
| ISBN | 9780838911952 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0838911951 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | Z678.85 .H473 2014 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |