The evaluation section addresses the question of how well the objectives were met. Because objectives are measurable, each evaluation statement must be measured in quantitative terms. However, qualitative assessments are also important. In writing the evaluation strategy, keep in mind that you are trying to measure the impact of the project. You will be asked to do a year after evaluation of the project, so the plan to determine project impact should continue after the termination of the project.
Impact evaluation indicates the amount of difference the project has made.
This will help determine whether the project has made a difference and how much of a difference it has made. The LSTA Advisory Council assisted the State Library in identifying six primary needs which should be addressed through LSTA funds. Based upon those needs, the goals, priorities, and activities of the LSTA Five Year Plan 1998 - 2002 were developed. Proposals should assist in achieving one or more of the goals and priorities, thereby addressing both local needs and statewide issues. The cash matching is the amount the administering library will spend from local budget funds on the project.