A Collective Impact Approach To The Reading Achievement Gap. Issue 6 (18th August 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Pasini, Nicole
• Is Part Of: Journal of library administration. Volume 58:Issue 6(2018)
• Page Start: 605
• Page End: 616
• Publication Date: 2018-08-18
• Subjects: early learning -- early literacy -- achievement gap -- third-grade reading -- summer slide -- collective impact -- partnerships -- collaboration; Library administration -- Periodicals; 025.1
• DOI: 10.1080/01930826.2018.1491186
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0193-0826

Abstract

Abstract: This essay profiles The Big Lift, a multi-agency initiative to improve third-grade reading proficiency in San Mateo County, California. The Big Lift is an example of collective impact, in which organizations from different sectors unite around a common agenda to solve a social challenge. This kind of initiative goes beyond collaboration, requiring its own infrastructure, dedicated staff, ongoing communication and shared measurements of success. Library participation is critical to the success of community and literacy-focused collective impact projects like The Big Lift.