Pathways to Impact: Anticipating Action in Library Assessment

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