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Robert Grimm - An Introduction to Evaluation - 9781473902879 - V9781473902879
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An Introduction to Evaluation

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Description for An Introduction to Evaluation Paperback. With a strong focus on the interdisciplinary, this book gives practical advice for carrying out successful evaluations as well as covering the philosophical underpinnings of the associated theories - providing readers with the complete introduction to the area Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: GPS. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 158 x 234 x 25. Weight in Grams: 508.
Both practical and theoretical in approach, this book is the perfect companion for student researchers and policy makers alike. It provides actionable advice for planning and implementing evaluations, while also instilling an ability to assess the evaluations of others and consider the ways in which evaluation evidence could influence policy and practice. Drawing upon a wide range of examples from policy areas like education, criminal justice, and health and social care, this book showcases how evaluation is an interdisciplinary research practice with a spectrum of applications. Each chapter contains philosophical underpinnings and applied knowledge as well as examples from published evaluations. Specific topics include how to: Choose an approach to evaluation Plan, design, and conduct evaluations Approach evaluations using theories of change Differentiate between process, impact, and economic evaluations Understand the role of quantitative and qualitative methods in data collection Use systematic reviews and other tools to assess and disseminate evaluation findings From getting started in the field to turning evidence into policy, this book will guide you through every step of the evaluation process.

Product Details

Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Number of Pages
328
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781473902879
SKU
V9781473902879
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-2

Reviews for An Introduction to Evaluation
This book offers a refreshingly applied view of evaluation and shows how to fit methods and techniques to the contrasting circumstances and needs of different projects. Its cross-theory approach and practical examples will help advanced students and researchers alike address the real tensions that evaluators today face from rising user expectations and diminishing budgets and timeframes.
David Parsons Program evaluation is key to the evidence based policy making that governments, NGOs, and even businesses are embracing all over the world. This unique, outstanding publication is required reading for anyone interested in understanding the key elements of this important topic.
Darrell Bricker

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