copyright © 2014 by the university of kansas a framework for program evaluation
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Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas
A Framework for Program Evaluation
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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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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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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