The Role Of Student Advisory Boards In Assessment

Abstract

Objective - The objective for this commentary article is to assess and communicate the development, logistics, and overall value of student advisory boards for the libraries at three large research institutions. Methods - The methods for developing and operating an advisory board vary between schools; however they share common approaches that could be viewed as "best practices" for sustainable and productive student advisory boards. Results - Our commentary aims to inspire libraries to invest in this value-added approach as part of a robust portfolio of assessment tools. The various practices outlined in the commentary could be helpful to librarians who seek to begin or further develop a student advisory board. Conclusion - The unique relationship fostered by the advisory board enables libraries to use direct student feedback to confirm what is learned from surveys, focus groups, and observations. A strategic relationship with a student board can enable librarians to refine methods of obtaining information, or it can cause us to view information we have collected in a different way.

Publication Date

1-1-2016

Publication Title

Evidence Based Library and Information Practice

Volume

11

Issue

2

Number of Pages

34-38

Document Type

Note

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.18438/B8NP76

Socpus ID

84988982087 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/84988982087

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