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Evaluation Methodology Basics
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Author : E. Jane Davidson
language : en
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Release Date : 2004-08-19
Evaluation Methodology Basics written by E. Jane Davidson and has been published by SAGE Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-08-19 with Social Science categories.
Click ′Additional Materials′ for downloadable samples "I welcome this student-friendly text to complement my favorite checklists. This text develops the core checklist framework to provide evaluation methodology basics for, presumably mainly, introductory courses on program evaluation." —Colin Sharp, Evaluation Journal of Australasia "What is evaluation-specific logic and methodology? This book answers that question in a way that is persuasive, accessible, and understandable. It presents a set of principles and procedures to guide the task of blending descriptive data with relevant values to draw explicitly evaluative conclusions. The book makes a significant contribution to positioning evaluation as a unique and special field of inquiry and judgment." —Michael Quinn Patton, Union Institute and University "Amidst the wash of methods books available to evaluators, Davidson′s book provides powerful techniques for asking and answering the important foundational questions in any program evaluation." —Doug Leigh, Pepperdine University "This is a very well written book that offers a unique perspective on long-practiced evaluation techniques and presents several new, potentially very useful, techniques that return "valuation" to the evaluation process." —Greg Roberts, University of Texas, Austin Evaluation theorists for years have advised evaluators to "take into account" all relevant values as part of an evaluation. But especially for the relatively new evaluator (even one who is knowledgeable and experienced in research methodology), there is not a lot of guidance about how this is done. Evaluation Methodology Basics: The Nuts and Bolts of Sound Evaluation provides a step-by-step guide for doing a real evaluation. It focuses on the main kinds of "big picture" questions that evaluators usually need to answer, and how the nature of such questions is linked to evaluation methodology choices. Jane Davidson explains how to combine a mix of qualitative and quantitative data with "relevant values" (such as needs) to draw explicitly evaluative conclusions. Many students and evaluators find it difficult to visualize what evaluation logic and methodology "look like" in practice. To address this, Davidson presents readers with useful rubrics and flowcharts that may be used during each stage of the evaluation. Many of the concepts presented in the chapters are illustrated with specific examples from a range of disciplines. Exercises and "pop quiz" questions help reinforce the key points covered in each chapter, provide homework assignments for those teaching an evaluation course, and allow learners to develop slices of an evaluation plan as they work their way through the text. Evaluation Methodology Basics is an ideal text for students of evaluation and students in programs that have evaluation course requirements, such as education, health, sociology, psychology, and many others throughout the social sciences. It will also be essential reading for practitioners who find themselves thrown into evaluation roles without the benefit of specialized evaluation training.
Evaluation Methodology Basics
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Author : E. Jane Davidson
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2005
Evaluation Methodology Basics written by E. Jane Davidson and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Reference categories.
Click ′Additional Materials′ for downloadable samples"I welcome this student-friendly text to complement my favorite checklists. This text develops the core checklist framework to provide evaluation methodology basics for, presumably mainly, introductory courses on program evaluation."--Colin Sharp, Evaluation Journal of Australasia"What is evaluation-specific logic and methodology? This book answers that question in a way that is persuasive, accessible, and understandable. It presents a set of principles and procedures to guide the task of blending descriptive data with relevant values to draw explicitly evaluative conclusions. The book makes a significant contribution to positioning evaluation as a unique and special field of inquiry and judgment."--Michael Quinn Patton, Union Institute and University"Amidst the wash of methods books available to evaluators, Davidson′s book provides powerful techniques for asking and answering the important foundational questions in any program evaluation."--Doug Leigh, Pepperdine University "This is a very well written book that offers a unique perspective on long-practiced evaluation techniques and presents several new, potentially very useful, techniques that return "valuation" to the evaluation process."--Greg Roberts, University of Texas, AustinEvaluation theorists for years have advised evaluators to "take into account" all relevant values as part of an evaluation. But especially for the relatively new evaluator (even one who is knowledgeable and experienced in research methodology), there is not a lot of guidance about how this is done. Evaluation Methodology Basics: The Nuts and Bolts of Sound Evaluation provides a step-by-step guide for doing a real evaluation. It focuses on the main kinds of "big picture" questions that evaluators usually need to answer, and how the nature of such questions is linked to evaluation methodology choices. Jane Davidson explains how to combine a mix of qualitative and quantitative data with "relevant values" (such as needs) to draw explicitly evaluative conclusions. Many students and evaluators find it difficult to visualize what evaluation logic and methodology "look like" in practice. To address this, Davidson presents readers with useful rubrics and flowcharts that may be used during each stage of the evaluation. Many of the concepts presented in the chapters are illustrated with specific examples from a range of disciplines. Exercises and "pop quiz" questions help reinforce the key points covered in each chapter, provide homework assignments for those teaching an evaluation course, and allow learners to develop slices of an evaluation plan as they work their way through the text. Evaluation Methodology Basics is an ideal text for students of evaluation and students in programs that have evaluation course requirements, such as education, health, sociology, psychology, and many others throughout the social sciences. It will also be essential reading for practitioners who find themselves thrown into evaluation roles without the benefit of specialized evaluation training.
Qualitative Research Evaluation Methods
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Author : Michael Quinn Patton
language : en
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Release Date : 2023-02-07
Qualitative Research Evaluation Methods written by Michael Quinn Patton and has been published by SAGE Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-02-07 with Social Science categories.
Drawing on more than 40 years of experience conducting applied social science research and program evaluation, author Michael Quinn Patton has crafted the most comprehensive and systematic book on qualitative research and evaluation methods, inquiry frameworks, and analysis options available today. Now offering more balance between applied research and evaluation, this Fourth Edition illuminates all aspects of qualitative inquiry through new examples, stories, and cartoons; more than a hundred new summarizing and synthesizing exhibits; and a wide range of new highlight sections/sidebars that elaborate on important and emergent issues. For the first time, full case studies are included to illustrate extended research and evaluation examples. In addition, each chapter features an extended "rumination," written in a voice and style more emphatic and engaging than traditional textbook style, about a core issue of persistent debate and controversy.
Readings In Population Research Methodology Basic Tools
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Author : United Nations Population Fund
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1993
Readings In Population Research Methodology Basic Tools written by United Nations Population Fund and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Demography categories.
Actionable Evaluation Basics
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Author : William Shakespeare
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2013-12
Actionable Evaluation Basics written by William Shakespeare and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12 with Evaluation categories.
Avoid getting lost in indicators, measures, and analysis methods; use this guide to get clear, well-reasoned, insightful answers to your most important questions about quality and value. Great tips for reporting that is succinct and straight-to-the-point without falling into the trap of oversimplification. This easy-to-read, informative minibook provides an overview of the six elements essential for actionable evaluation, as covered in Dr. Jane Davidson's popular workshops on Actionable Evaluation: (1) a clear purpose for the evaluation; (2) the right stakeholder engagement strategy; (3) important, big picture evaluation questions to guide the whole evaluation; (4) well-reasoned answers to the big picture questions; (5) succinct, straight to the point reporting that doesn't get lost in the details; and (6) answers and insights that are actionable.
Basic Methods Of Policy Analysis And Planning
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Author : Carl V. Patton
language : en
Publisher: Pearson
Release Date : 1993
Basic Methods Of Policy Analysis And Planning written by Carl V. Patton and has been published by Pearson this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Political Science categories.
The book focuses on basic, quickly applied policy analysis methods that can be used to resolve policy problems. There are relevant, real life examples used throughout.
The Principles Of Transport Economics
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Author : Tim Powell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
The Principles Of Transport Economics written by Tim Powell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Transport pricing categories.
Basic And Applied General Systems Research
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Author : Robert Trappl
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
Release Date : 1985
Basic And Applied General Systems Research written by Robert Trappl and has been published by Taylor & Francis Group this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Evaluation In Adult Basic Education
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Author : Arden D. Grotelueschen
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1976
Evaluation In Adult Basic Education written by Arden D. Grotelueschen and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1976 with Education categories.
A Task Inventory Follow Up Evaluation Of The Oakland Basic Police Academy Curriculum
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Author : Richard Allan Talley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984
A Task Inventory Follow Up Evaluation Of The Oakland Basic Police Academy Curriculum written by Richard Allan Talley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with Police training categories.