Value Lab — Library Standards Alignment

Value Lab helps libraries deliver entrepreneurship programming through three pillars: **Inspiration**, **Guidance**, and **Exposure**.

AASL National School Library Standards (How Value Lab Supports the Domains)

Value Lab helps patrons identify meaningful problems and develop strategies to address them.

Structured prompts and activities guide patrons from idea → audience → problem → solution → pitch.
Patrons iteratively refine their thinking and capture key decisions as they progress.

Value Lab supports inclusive participation and accessible learning experiences.

Self-paced learning supports different starting points and learning speeds.
Platform interfaces are designed with accessibility patterns in mind (keyboard navigation and screen-reader-friendly structure across core experiences).

Value Lab supports library-led collaboration formats and shared learning experiences.

Facilitators can run watch parties, cohort programs, and pitch-day events using Facilitator Resources.
Patron outputs (portfolios and submissions) can be used as shared artifacts for feedback and discussion.

Value Lab helps patrons create, organize, and share meaningful learning artifacts.

Patrons produce concrete outputs (audience choice, problem definition, solution concept, pitch).
Patrons can export a printable **portfolio** summarizing key outcomes for showcases, applications, or community partners.

Value Lab promotes experimentation, creativity, and a growth mindset.

Inspiration content normalizes iteration, persistence, and learning from setbacks.
The Guidance experience encourages revision and improvement over time.

Value Lab supports safe and responsible sharing of patron work.

Submissions are **private by default** and move through a review process before becoming public.
Community Guidelines and a Moderation & Publishing Policy set clear expectations for appropriate use.

Value Lab makes it easy to run a consistent entrepreneurship pathway with measurable progress.

Clear milestones and learning outputs can be tracked at the program level.
Portfolio exports provide authentic performance artifacts (real-world outcomes, not just quizzes).

Value Lab is designed for common library environments.

“Continue later” behavior supports drop-in usage across multiple sessions.
Printable templates support low-tech sessions and offline work.
Device & browser support guidance helps libraries plan for shared computers and varied devices.

Value Lab supports procurement and responsible data handling.

Public documentation is available for privacy, security, and data retention/deletion.
Organizations can view program-level outcomes and participant progress aligned with the platform’s role-based access model.

Value Lab helps libraries connect learning to local ecosystems.

Showcased solutions and portfolios can support community events and partner engagement (mentors, small business organizations, chambers, etc.).

For library procurement and program planning: