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Rubrics as a Tool for Library Outcomes Assessment

Rubrics as a Tool for Library Outcomes Assessment. Rachel Wadham Utah Library Association Conference May 13, 2011. Theoretical Framework. Evidence Based Decision Making (EBDM) Outcomes-Based Approach. Rubrics.

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Rubrics as a Tool for Library Outcomes Assessment

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  1. Rubrics as a Tool for Library Outcomes Assessment Rachel Wadham Utah Library Association Conference May 13, 2011

  2. Theoretical Framework • Evidence Based Decision Making (EBDM) • Outcomes-Based Approach

  3. Rubrics • A chart or table that describe the parts and levels of performance of a particular task, product, or service that is used judge quality • Two components: • Criteria • Performance Levels

  4. Analytic Rubric

  5. Benefits • Opportunity to determine and communicate agreed upon values • Descriptive yet easily digestible data • Limits inaccuracy of scoring and bias • Informative feedback about work in progress and detailed evaluations of a final product • Facilitates communication • Supports learning, good thinking, development of skills and understanding

  6. Challenges • Select the “right” rubric • Need to be written well • Wording cannot be to general or to specific • Cannot be to long • Cannot be inconsistent • Should not be negative • Should not emphasize quantity over quality

  7. Negatives • Require training and some expertise to use • Require familiarity with culture and values • Take time, practice, and revision to create

  8. Uses • Assess complex learning or outcomes • Capture data about patron behaviors • Evaluate or conduct reviews of personnel • Review marketing and outreach efforts • Appraise collection strengths • Gauge program effectiveness

  9. How to Create a Rubric • Determine Needs • Find Models • Articulate Criteria • Define Performance Levels • Write • Revise

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