Assessment and evaluation play critical roles in public and community-engaged scholarship. Engaging all stakeholders in regular assessment of the partnership process is key to developing and sustaining equitable community partnerships, building trust and accountability, and ensuring that outcomes are mutually beneficial for higher education and community partners. Formal project evaluation can help illustrate not just an individual project's success or a funder's return on investment, but also broader lessons for the field in how to do high-quality work. The resources below are designed to support you in assessing and evaluating your public and community-engaged scholarship.
Campus Compact Resources: Assessment and Evaluation
CU Boulder Resource & Innovation Office Broader Impacts Project Evaluation