Outcome Measurement Made Easy
for Academic Libraries
Resources and Tools to Create Surveys and Analyze Outcome Data
142,383
Responses collected through academic library surveys
790
Academic libraries have created surveys
Share Your Experience!
The ACRL Project Outcome Editorial Board invites you to share your experiences in using the Project Outcome for Academic Libraries toolkit in your libraries. The resources in the toolkit include case studies to help users learn from other libraries engaged in outcome measurement. Case studies should be approximately 1,500-2,500 words in length and focus on how your library has used the Project Outcome toolkit. Case studies are accepted for review on a rolling basis. Please email acrl@projectoutcome.org if you wish to submit a case study!
New Resource: When to Use Project Outcome
The toolkit is a great free assessment resource for many purposes and projects, but it is not the best tool for every project. This resource breaks down some scenarios of when you might want to use Project Outcome and when you might want to find another tool to use.
What is Project Outcome?
We help libraries understand and share the true impact of their services and programs with simple surveys and an easy-to-use process to measure and analyze outcomes. Project Outcome is a free toolkit offering libraries access to training, data analytics, and standardized surveys that measure outcomes in key library service areas.
Service Areas
Digital & Special Collections
Services related to library collections or resources that support research or classroom instruction. Examples include: digital exhibits, repositories, or archival collections.
Events / Programs
Services or programs to inform, enrich, and promote community learning. Examples include: exhibits, lecture series, civic engagement services, or stress relief activities.
Instruction
Services or programs to assist students in their coursework and enhance their learning. Examples include: instruction sessions in classes, library orientation programs, or topic-specific workshops.
Library Technology
Services related to access and skills that help library users incorporate technology into their work. Examples include: technology loan programs, maker spaces, or technology-related workshops.
Research
Services to improve research skills and help researchers succeed. Examples include: reference services, research consultation services, or workshops for graduate students or faculty.
Space
Specific spaces that are intended to be used to enhance academic performance and support student learning. Examples include: group study rooms, individual study spaces, or writing or tutoring centers.
Teaching Support
Services to help faculty and instructors develop curriculum and/or course materials that will better support student learning. Examples include: OER services, online learning modules, or faculty teaching workshops.
