copyright © 2014 by the university of kansas a framework for program evaluation

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Page 1: Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas A Framework for Program Evaluation

Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

A Framework for Program Evaluation

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Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

Program Evaluation

• Investigation of the merit and significance of activities of community groups

• Helps clarify program plans• Improves communication among partners• Gathers feedback needed for program

effectiveness

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Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

Evaluating a specific program

• Decide: • What will be evaluated• What criteria will judge program performance• What standards must be reached for the

program to be considered successful • What will indicate performance• What conclusions are justified

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Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

Steps in program evaluation:

• Engage stakeholders• Describe the program• Focus the evaluation design• Gather credible evidence• Justify your conclusions • Ensure use and share lessons learned

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The four categories ofevaluation standards:

• Utility• Feasibility• Propriety• Accuracy