07-18-2018, 01:22 PM
Description
Person County Public Library (Roxboro, NC) wants to evaluate the impact of its technology programming for adults. The library offers beginner and intermediate computer classes and one-on-one technology appointments. The library has low turnout for intermediate classes and intermittent usage of appointments. Beginner classes are generally popular but there has been demand for additional instruction beyond the 6-hour beginner series.
The library is considering adding a weekly technology drop-in as an alternative to intermediate classes and a supplement for beginner classes and appointments. However, it is not known if the drop-in will increase attendance or be a good learning experience.
Problem Statement
Which formats for technology instruction have the most impact? Impact could be measured in two ways – number of learners served and quality of learning outcomes.
Why Statement
Person County is rural, aging, and has limited access to high-speed Internet. Residents need access to digital literacy programming to achieve educational, career, and personal goals. However, the library has limited staffing. By evaluating technology programming, the library can design future programming that is high-impact despite limited resources.
Person County Public Library (Roxboro, NC) wants to evaluate the impact of its technology programming for adults. The library offers beginner and intermediate computer classes and one-on-one technology appointments. The library has low turnout for intermediate classes and intermittent usage of appointments. Beginner classes are generally popular but there has been demand for additional instruction beyond the 6-hour beginner series.
The library is considering adding a weekly technology drop-in as an alternative to intermediate classes and a supplement for beginner classes and appointments. However, it is not known if the drop-in will increase attendance or be a good learning experience.
Problem Statement
Which formats for technology instruction have the most impact? Impact could be measured in two ways – number of learners served and quality of learning outcomes.
Why Statement
Person County is rural, aging, and has limited access to high-speed Internet. Residents need access to digital literacy programming to achieve educational, career, and personal goals. However, the library has limited staffing. By evaluating technology programming, the library can design future programming that is high-impact despite limited resources.