NOTE: We are just finishing and testing this course now. It will be available for use by July 28, 2025.
Format: Self-paced course
Developed by: WebJunction and the Idaho Commission for Libraries
Length: 1 hour
Overview:
In this course, you'll learn how libraries conduct ongoing collection assessments to extract useful data for evaluating their collections. You’ll also learn about the types of community assessments libraries conduct to better serve their patrons.
Learning objectives:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Recall the types of data libraries generate to assess or evaluate their collections
- Describe the importance of ongoing collection assessment
- Describe the types of community assessments libraries conduct to better serve their users
- Understand how libraries use data to make informed decisions about their collections
