Evaluation Instruments

Evaluation for chapter volunteers is, in some ways, completely straightforward, and in other ways is much more difficult to measure. In terms of the training module, it will be that same way. For instance, some topics covered in the training modules, such as the overview of expectations, can be evaluated based on whether or not the chapter met those expectations or not. Did they host a certain number of service events, and fulfill their fundraising needs for the year? The part that is more difficult to measure is the outcome of their events- were their events meaningful and leave a lasting impression on the attendees? That is something my office is currently working on trying to figure out. Do our events lead to other engagement opportunities for attendees? Do the attendees of Crabfest donate to the scholarship because of that event, or because of something else the chapter is doing?

For the purposes of this module, I will keep it fairly straightforward in terms of evaluation. I am always interacting with volunteers on their roles and keeping a close eye on their events and programs. In lieu of any formal test, because that would not be appropriate for this group, I will monitor the questions and successes/failures of the chapter to see if the module is actually proving effective or not. I will also ask for feedback after the new volunteers have gone through the module.