Includes bibliographical references (pages 121-130) and index.
Contents:
Part I. An Introduction to Outcome Planning and Evaluation in Youth Services -- Thinking about Planning in Times of Change -- Involving Youth in Outcome Planning and Evaluation -- Defining "Outcomes" and OBPE -- Designing the OBPE Project -- Part II. The Five-Step OBPE Model -- Step 1: Gathering Information -- Step 2: Determining Outcomes -- Step 3: Developing Programs and Services -- Step 4: Conducting Evaluations -- Step 5: Leveraging the Library's Role -- Conclusion: And Finally ... -- Appendix A. Environmental Scan External (Community) Factors -- Appendix B. Blank OBPE Project Planning Template -- Appendix C. Gannt Chart Example: Books and Bites Community Garden Time Line -- Appendix D. Environmental Scan Internal (Library) Factors -- Appendix E. Books and Bites Sample Family Storytime Programs.
Summary:
"This useful guide teaches youth services staff how to conduct solid community assessments and integrate outcome-based planning and evaluation into their work"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.