Screen LibraryProgram evaluation in practice : core concepts and examples for discussion and analysis /
This book offers guidance for new and would-be evaluators. It uses real-world examples, explained in writing clear enough so that learners gain a great deal of helpful information while not being overwhelmed, thanks to manageable chapter lengths. The text contains theories, models, and approaches to...
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Jossey-Bass, a Wiley Brand,
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| Publisher Address: | San Francisco : |
| Publication Dates: | [2014] |
| Literature type: | Book |
| Language: | English |
| Edition: | Second Edition. |
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Research methods for the social sciences.
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| Summary: |
This book offers guidance for new and would-be evaluators. It uses real-world examples, explained in writing clear enough so that learners gain a great deal of helpful information while not being overwhelmed, thanks to manageable chapter lengths. The text contains theories, models, and approaches to program evaluation as well as discussion questions and class activities to help students to further process the information and integrate the information. While focused on education, the book is also useful for other programs cover program evaluation. |
| Carrier Form: | xxiii, 198 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: |
9781118345825 (paperback) : 1118345827 (paperback) |
| Index Number: | LB2822 |
| CLC: | G40-058.1 |
| Call Number: | G40-058.1/S739/2nd ed. |
| Contents: |
Foundations of program evaluation -- Ethics in program evaluation and an overview of evaluation approaches -- In-depth look at the objectives-based approach to evaluation -- Improving student performance in mathematics through inquiry-based instruction -- Evaluation of a community-based mentor program -- Teacher candidates integrating technology into their student teaching experience -- Evaluation of a professional development technology project in a low-performing school district -- Expansion of a high school science program -- Evaluation of a proven practice for reading achievement ... Contents note continued: Discussion Questions -- Class Activities -- Suggested Reading -- ch. Fourteen Evaluating The Impact Of A New Teacher Training Program -- The Evaluators -- The Program -- The Evaluation Plan -- Summary of Evaluation Activities and Findings -- Final Thoughts -- Key Concepts -- Discussion Questions -- Class Activities -- Suggested Reading. |