Centennial Library 2019-2020 Annual Report

In February 2020, as part of the National Survey of Student Engagement, Cedarville University students completed the Information Literacy Topical Module. This asks students about their use of information and how much their instructors emphasized the proper use of information sources. CU students reported that their experience at CU contributed to using information effectively, recognizing biased information, and evaluating the credibility of information at above - average rates compared to the information literacy benchmark cohort. We concluded that while the data does not prove that our information literacy efforts are responsible for the positive outcomes, our programs are likely contributing to these results. Cedarville University students compared to students from other institutions: Workplace Environment Survey In February 2020, we surveyed library employees about the library as a workplace. Overall, respondent scores increased compared with the 2018 survey, though this improvement was not evenly distributed. Most question scores had only minimal change from previous surveys, but respondent scores on communication and relationships showed noticeable improvement. Scores on workload, improvement, evaluation and teamwork remained lower or showed some regression. Employees were also given the chance to comment on questions and commented positively on library communication, morale, and relationships. Areas in need of improvement based on comments include workload distribution, supervision, and space management. Continue regular communications from the Dean to employees Identify critical workload problems Include those affected by decisions process NSSE Experiences with Information Literacy Module Propose incorporating these results into General Education Program Outcomes assessment. Complete an assignment that used library ’ s e - resources Complete an assignment that used research Consider credibility of an information source Have been instructed to use peer - reviewed materials Use information found on social media Look for a cited reference Less likely to... More likely to... Distribution of Employee Average Scores 2014 2010 3.0 - 3.5 3.5 - 4.0 4.0 - 4.5 4.5 - 5.0 2020 2018 2 2 6 3 6 7 5 2 7 8 4 6 6 2 4