[aisle] Data Sharing

[Tamra Ashby]

I agree that keeping the data over time is what really tells the story. But
since it seems like different systems use different methods of counting. It
is confusing. I make sure to label the numbers as "sessions" or "views" at
least in my own notes so that I remember from year to year.

As a related question, is the report you give to the board a requirement in
your district? I think it is a great practice. I was just wondering if it
is an admin expectation, a board expectation or part of your own
professionalism?

On Tue, May 11, 2021 at 9:01 AM Renee Kozeal via AISLE <
aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:

> Hi Jill,
> I keep monthly stats that I share with admin and the Board, as well. I
> have always just reported "Searches" for each database. As you build your
> data, it will become more meaningful. I always include previous
> years/months and each month of the current year to be able to make
> comparisons. I just create a spreadsheet and add to it each year. These
> numbers are very helpful for me to be able to review to help make
> decisions, too!
>
> Renee Kozeal
> Princeton HS
>
> On Tue, May 11, 2021 at 7:36 AM Jill Bennin via AISLE <
> aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>
>> Good afternoon,
>> As I work on my Annual report for the school board, I am concerned that I
>> am not clearly communicating database numbers in my report, or that I am
>> using the wrong metrics.  What do you use for your data sharing?  Do you
>> compare by number of searches? Number of sessions?  Numbers of articles
>> downloaded?  While this isn't my first report, I am struggling to figure
>> out the best way to report and explain the data.  I am planning on making
>> an infographic, but I want to make sure I am ethically using the numbers,
>> and accurately depicting what is going on.
>> Thanks,
>> Jill
>>
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>> Library Media Specialist - Sherrard CUSD #200
>> email: benninj at sherrard.us
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