MEMBER SATISFACTION SURVEY

DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION FOR DATA ANALYSIS PURPOSES

GENDER


CERTIFICATION
I received my certification for library science by completing:
    a program of study from a college/university
    the PRAXIS II test

Number of years as library media specialist



SECTION I: MEMBERSHIP

1. I am a current member of MASL. YES (If YES, go to #2) NO ( If NO, go to #3a)

2. How long have you been a member?


3a. I am not a current member because


3b. As a member I am satisfied with the services and programs provided by membership in MASL.


4. Select the three (3) most valuable services provided by your MASL membership dues:
Connections Newsletter
Lobbyist
Region affiliation
Reduced conference fees
MASL listserv
MASL Website
Members only section of www.MASLonline.org
Scholarship opportunities
Reader Award programs
Other:  

5. MASL could offer a greater value or provide better service to members by


6. I understand that my MASL membership goes from July 1 of one year through June 30 of the next. YES NO

7. To avoid increases in dues, I would be willing to (prioritize the following with '1' being your first choice)
  Pay more for conferences
  Pay more for Reading Incentive Items
  Serve on committees without reimbursement for mileage and any other expenses
  Serve as a MASL officer and/or Board member for gratis
  Donate my services to the organization
  Eliminate on-line registration
  Eliminate the MASL website
Other:  


SECTION II: PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

1. I am satisfied with the "feeling of community" within MASL.


2. I am satisfied with the opportunities provided to network and exchange professional information with MASL members throughout the year.


3. I suggest the implementation of the following networking opportunities:


4. I am satisfied with the professional development/education opportunities MASL provides.


5. I suggest the implementation of the following professional development/educational opportunities:


6. Select the last Fall Seminar and the last Spring Conference attended
Fall Seminar attended:Spring Conference attended:
Fall 07
Fall 06
Fall 05
4-10 years ago
11 + years ago
Never
 Spring 08
Spring 07
Spring 06
4-10 years ago
11 + years ago
Never


7 I am satisfied with the most recent MASL Conference I attended.


8. Select the three (3) most important features of the Conference.
Pre-conference classes
MASL store
Main Speakers
Business Meeting
Award Presentations
Professional growth opportunities
Exhibits
 Workshops
Author autographing
Opportunity to network with other librarians
Graduate Credit Offerings
Opportunity to meet MASL officers
Opportunity to meet authors
Other


9. To help keep the Spring Conference costs from increasing, I would be willing to: (prioritize the following with '1' being your first choice)
  Decrease the conference to a ONE day conference
  Have fewer workshop selections
  Be a presenter for gratis
  NOT receive a conference gift
  NOT have table decorations at banquets
  Be responsible for more of my own meals
  Have only one of the Reading Incentive Award Winners in attendance per year on a rotating basis
  NOT have the Conference Store
  NOT have the Professional Gallery
  NOT have Author Autographing
  NOT have Pre-Conference Classes
Other suggestions:



SECTION III: STRUCTURE / FUNCTION

1. I am satisfied with the communication within the organization.


2. I have used the MASL website:


3. I am satisfied with the content/information available through www.maslonline.org.


4. I am satisfied with the use of www.maslonline.org as a communication tool.


5. I suggest the following content and/or features be added to www.maslonline.org


6. I would find the MASL website easier to use if



SECTION IV: LEADERSHIP

There are numerous opportunities within the Board of Directors for individuals to be leaders and grow professionally. These include, but are not limited to, committee chairs, liaisons, regional chairs.

1. I have an interest in taking a leadership role at the region and/or state level. YES NO
    If you answered YES, please let a MASL representative know by emailing masl_org@earthlink.net.

2. I have indicated that I want to serve on a MASL committee. YES NO

3. I have been asked to serve on a MASL committee. YES NO

4. I would like to serve on a MASL committee. YES NO

5. I believe MASL could/should support and foster the development of future leaders by


6. I am satisfied with the leadership provided by the Executive Council and the Board of Directors:



SECTION V: MASL OFFICE

1. I am aware that MASL pays a company to manage its finances and other association operations. YES NO

2. Reading award materials are available for purchase through the MASL Office. I am satisfied with the quality of these items.


3. I would like to see the following changes made to the reading award materials


4. MASL/AASL/ALA logo items are available for purchase through the MASL Office. This opportunity is important to me.


5. A list of items currently for sale is available online at www.maslonline.org. The online access has influenced my purchasing. YES NO

6. Credit cards are now accepted through www.maslonline.org. The acceptance of credit cards has influenced my purchasing. YES NO

7. I would like the MASL Office to add items or purchasing options such as


8. I am satisfied with the service provided by the MASL Office.


9. Service from the MASL Office would be better if



Thank you for your time. Your input will help direct the future of MASL.