MLA / NLM

originally submitted to hlib-nw 4-12-01 by Robin Braun

Quick [4 question] MLA Benchmarking Survey for PNC Chapter Members

 

MLA will be working on the Benchmarking Network at MLA 2001 in Orlando. They would like some feedback from members before then. If you are a member/potential member of the Pacific Northwest Chapter of MLA, please take a minute to answer these 4 questions and reply to me directly. I'm the Benchmarking Chapter Educator for the Pacific Northwest and will be happy to answer/try to answer/...or find the answers to your MLA Benchmarking
questions. Thanks!

 

1. Did you take part in MLA Benchmarking Beta test? Yes_____ No_____

 

2. If no, why not? (Check ALL that apply)

___ Didn't know about the Benchmarking Network or the Beta test.
___ Wasn't an MLA member (couldn't access the restricted area on website).
___ Wasn't an MLA institutional member and didn't feel welcome to take part.
___ Didn't have time.
___ Didn't have/couldn't get data that was requested on survey.
___ Started, but gave up as too frustrating/confusing.
___ Don't think that statistical/benchmarking information is important.
___ Don't see how I can use the statistical/benchmarking information at work.
___ Other: Please specify_______________________________________________

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3. If yes, why? (Check ALL that apply)

___ Want to use the statistical/benchmarking data in the future at work.
___ Want to ensure adequate sample of my type of library for benchmarking.
___ Want to contribute to the profession.
___ Want to learn from the questions how to construct my own survey.
___ Other: Please specify_______________________________________________

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4. Have you taken part in any benchmarking project in the last 3 years?

Yes _____ No _____

 

Comments:

 

 

 

 

 

Robin E. Braun, MLS, AHIP mailto: BraunR@empirehealth.org
Medical Library
Empire Health Services
PO Box 248
Spokane, WA 99210-0248
509-473-7342; Fax 509-473-7790

 

 

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Northwest Notes 22 (1) Jan.-Mar., 2001 / Apr. 15, 2001