The Book Group you participated in was one of many offered across the state this year. We value -- and use -- your thoughtful comments about your experience with our programs and partners. Your insight helps us to deepen and improve our programs; talk about programs more effectively with potential partners, participants, and funders; and most importantly, it helps us to better understand the experiences of our valued participants.

Your answers are confidential, and we will take steps to make sure no small groups of respondents are identifiable in public results. If you are uncomfortable answering any of the questions, feel free to skip them. 

This form should take about 10-15 minutes to complete.

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* 1. What is the name of the host organization or individual that is putting on this MHC book group? (Please enter the entire name of the organization, no abbreviations.)

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* 2. How many sessions did you attend?

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* 3. What device did you use to participate in the group meetings? Check all that apply.

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* 4. Did you experience any technological challenges? Please explain.

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* 5. Consider your overall experience. How much do you agree with the following statements?

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This experience invited me to consider my personal connection with Maine - its past, present, and future.
I'd like more opportunities to explore these kinds of issues with other people in the community.
My understanding of the value of people coming together around big idea increased.
It is good that communities across the state are exploring some of the same issues together.
After this program, I feel more comfortable talking with others.
I am going to investigate/learn more about a topic discussed during this program.

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* 6. Which, if any, of the following things did your facilitator do during your virtual session?

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* 7. How do you feel about the following statements?

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I'm happy I participated in this virtual session.
This experience helped me feel connected even though we weren't all in the same room together.
I feel comfortable using this online platform.
If a virtual book group were offered again, I would be interested in participating.

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* 8. We are hoping to expand and improve our virtual book groups. Do you have any thoughts, comments, or suggestions about your experience that will help us as we move forward?

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* 9. What else should we know?

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