CDLI_Guidebook_18_Final_Print

MAKING MEANING OF MULTIPLE DATA SOURCES
If multiple data sources are available, (30-60 min)
When considering multiple data sources, your implementation team will need to consider how each data
source is related to the others in order to fully understand the program and the practice areas. As you
consider each of the sources of data, think about where the assessments tell you similar things and
where they are different so that you can prioritize the goals in your PIP. Then, have a discussion with
your team about the questions below. When making meaning of multiple data sources, it is important
to remember that your goal is to ensure that you have a more comprehensive view of your program and
you make decisions, and therefore improvements, based on all of your data.
Capacity Assessment
ORGANIZATION LEVEL
PROGRAM LEVEL
YOUTH
DEVELOPMENT
LEADER LEVEL
External & Internal
Observation (SEL PQA)
Program Reflection
Algorhythm Adult Survey
Self Reflection
Algorhythm Youth
Survey or PEAR Survey
QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER WHEN MMOD
WITH MULTIPLE DATA SOURCES
How do you use the data for program improvement, strategic
planning, and fundraising?
How do you use data to make program decisions that consider
program design, routines, procedures, resources, etc.?
How do you use data to get a better understanding of YD
leader’s strengths and areas of growth?
How do you use the data to get a better understanding of how
your YD leaders can better support your program participants?
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT GUIDEBOOK
P 28