How To Be Involved In Program Evaluation
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Author | : National Research Council |
Publisher | : National Academies Press |
Total Pages | : 133 |
Release | : 2009-11-12 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 030914745X |
Each year, approximately 5,000 fatal work-related injuries and 4 million non-fatal injuries and illnesses occur in the United States. This number represents both unnecessary human suffering and high economic costs. In order to assist in better evaluating workplace safety and create safer work environments, the Institute of Medicine conducted a series of evaluations of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) research programs, assessing the relevance and impact of NIOSH's work on improving worker safety and health.
Author | : Martin H. Jason |
Publisher | : Corwin Press |
Total Pages | : 209 |
Release | : 2008-03-27 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 1452211426 |
This updated edition on evaluating the effectiveness of school programs provides an expanded needs-assessment section, additional methods for data analysis, and tools for communicating program results.
Author | : Marc A. Zimmerman |
Publisher | : SAGE |
Total Pages | : 185 |
Release | : 2009 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 1412967759 |
This book guides evaluators in planning a comprehensive, yet practical, program evaluation—from start to design—within any context, in an accessible manner.
Author | : Keith McNeil |
Publisher | : R&L Education |
Total Pages | : 315 |
Release | : 2005-06-16 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 1578862515 |
The purpose of this book is to improve the direction and utility of the evaluation by program directors in charge, and the implementation of the evaluation by the evaluator. The authors contend that both of these goals can best be met by understanding each individual role. How to be Involved in Program Evaluation: ·Provides a framework for understanding evaluation and the value of working within an evaluation model ·Provides an overview of the General Evaluation Model (GEM) ·Reviews the components of GEM from the viewpoint of the Evaluator and the Program Director—to emphasize the joint effort of the two persons ·Presents aspects of evaluation as a profession, including standards developed by professional organizations, desired traits of the Evaluator, and advantages and disadvantages of the Evaluator coming from outside the organization as compared to inside the organization ·Discusses the need for data collection instruments, and presents various examples, along with the advantages and disadvantages of the various evaluation instruments ·Discusses the crucial role of reporting evaluation results ·Discusses how the General Evaluation Model can be used to evaluate an entire school This book will be a valuable reference to program directors and evaluators.
Author | : John M Owen |
Publisher | : SAGE |
Total Pages | : 324 |
Release | : 1999-04-05 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 9780761961789 |
Using an original framework, this practical introduction to evaluation shows how to identify appropriate forms and approaches, involve stakeholders in the planning process and disseminate the evaluation findings.
Author | : Donna M. Mertens |
Publisher | : Guilford Press |
Total Pages | : 642 |
Release | : 2012-02-20 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 1462503241 |
This engaging text takes an evenhanded approach to major theoretical paradigms in evaluation and builds a bridge from them to evaluation practice. Featuring helpful checklists, procedural steps, provocative questions that invite readers to explore their own theoretical assumptions, and practical exercises, the book provides concrete guidance for conducting large- and small-scale evaluations. Numerous sample studies—many with reflective commentary from the evaluators—reveal the process through which an evaluator incorporates a paradigm into an actual research project. The book shows how theory informs methodological choices (the specifics of planning, implementing, and using evaluations). It offers balanced coverage of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches. Useful pedagogical features include: *Examples of large- and small-scale evaluations from multiple disciplines. *Beginning-of-chapter reflection questions that set the stage for the material covered. *"Extending your thinking" questions and practical activities that help readers apply particular theoretical paradigms in their own evaluation projects. *Relevant Web links, including pathways to more details about sampling, data collection, and analysis. *Boxes offering a closer look at key evaluation concepts and additional studies. *Checklists for readers to determine if they have followed recommended practice. *A companion website with resources for further learning.
Author | : James C. McDavid |
Publisher | : SAGE Publications |
Total Pages | : 561 |
Release | : 2012-10-25 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 145228959X |
Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement: An Introduction to Practice, Second Edition offers an accessible, practical introduction to program evaluation and performance measurement for public and non-profit organizations, and has been extensively updated since the first edition. Using examples, it covers topics in a detailed fashion, making it a useful guide for students as well as practitioners who are participating in program evaluations or constructing and implementing performance measurement systems. Authors James C. McDavid, Irene Huse, and Laura R. L. Hawthorn guide readers through conducting quantitative and qualitative program evaluations, needs assessments, cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analyses, as well as constructing, implementing and using performance measurement systems. The importance of professional judgment is highlighted throughout the book as an intrinsic feature of evaluation practice.
Author | : David Grembowski |
Publisher | : SAGE Publications |
Total Pages | : 276 |
Release | : 2015-09-16 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 1483376397 |
Reflecting the latest developments in the field, the Second Edition provides readers with effective methods for evaluating health programs, policies, and health care systems, offering expert guidance for collaborating with stakeholders involved in the process. Author David Grembowski explores evaluation as a three-act play: Act I shows evaluators how to work with decision makers and other groups to identify the questions they want answered; Act II covers selecting appropriate evaluation designs and methods to answer the questions and reveal insights about the program’s impacts, cost-effectiveness, and implementation; and Act III discusses making use of the findings. Packed with relevant examples and detailed explanations, the book offers a step-by-step approach that fully prepares readers to apply research methods in the practice of health program evaluation.
Author | : Donald B. Yarbrough |
Publisher | : SAGE |
Total Pages | : 385 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 1412986567 |
Including a new section on evaluation accountability, this Third Edition details 30 standards which give advice to those interested in planning, implementing and using program evaluations.
Author | : Stephen A. Kapp |
Publisher | : SAGE |
Total Pages | : 385 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 1412939844 |
This book begins with the context of an agency-based evaluation and describes the method within that context. Students will gain a more complete understanding of this contextual challenge and will learn techniques for operating in the face of these challenges.