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Use Data to Increase Community Impact
By Donna DiMichele | November 7, 2017
Are your library’s programs and services maximized to address the needs of the community you serve? The Public Library Association (PLA) is partnering with the Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL) to present a webinar on using data to understand the needs of the community and measure the impact of library programs in addressing these needs.
When: 1-2 p.m. Central Time, Thursday, November 30
Format: Webinar
In this interactive webinar, participants will use a hypothetical case study to analyze data, identify community needs, prioritize outcomes, and measure impact. After this webinar, participants will:
- Be able to identify available sources of data about their community;
- Be able to apply strategies for analyzing data to inform how the library can better serve its community;
- Know how to align Project Outcome with community needs; and
- Understand how outcomes data help measure the impact of programs and services.
Participation is free, but registration is required and space is limited. Click here to register, or for more information on this webinar.
About PLA
The Public Library Association (PLA) is the largest association dedicated to supporting the unique and evolving needs of public library professionals. Founded in 1944, PLA serves nearly 9,000 members in public libraries large and small in communities across the United States and Canada, with a growing presence around the world. PLA strives to help its members shape the essential institution of public libraries by serving as an indispensable ally for public library leaders.
About Research Institute for Public Libraries
Launched in 2015 by the Colorado State Library (CSL) and the Colorado Library Consortium (CLiC), the Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL) is a singular event for public library leaders and others interested in public library data and evaluation. In this immersive, bootcamp-style event, participants learn practical, strategic methods of gathering, analyzing, and using data for planning, management, and communicating impact.
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