Pathways to Impact: Anticipating Action in Library Assessment

Abstract

Making Assessment Matter is a four-part C&RL News series focused on maximizing
the impact of academic library assessment. The first article outlined four key strategies
for launching assessment projects designed for action and impact. The second article
focused on enabling librarians to use the results of their assessment projects. This third
article outlines eight distinct outcomes or “pathways” that can guide libraries in converting
assessment results into action. The final article in the series will explore how to design
communications that present compelling results to key decision-makers, providing evidence
that drives meaningful change and encourages ongoing investment and engagement
in assessment for continuous improvement. Together, the series equips librarians to use
assessment to drive meaningful change