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Peer reviewedMcKillip, Jack; Cox, Caryl – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1998
Several recent studies are identified that used expert ratings of the job performance of certified professionals as a validation criterion. These studies showed a strong relationship between expert ratings and certification, but were susceptible to alternative interpretations due to design constraints. Inclusion of control constructs is presented…
Descriptors: Certification, Concurrent Validity, Control Groups, Licensing Examinations (Professions)
Peer reviewedBednarz, Dan – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1985
Many evaluation researchers are now attempting to synthesize quantitative and qualitative approaches. Although such efforts appear to carry great promise, some subtleties and incompatibilities of these approaches are perhaps being overlooked. Implications for social inquiry are discussed. (Author/GDC)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Problems, Qualitative Research
Peer reviewedApsler, Robert – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1978
Strasser and Deniston's own analysis (TM 504 254) shows that post-planned evaluations are unsuitable substitutes for pre-planned evaluations. When viewed as post-experimental interviews, however, post-planned evaluations can produce valuable information which complements traditional experimental and quasi-experimental evaluations. (MH)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Evaluation Methods, Objectives, Program Effectiveness
Peer reviewedNguyen, Tuan D. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1978
Criticizes Strasser and Deniston's post-planned evaluation (TM 504 253) because of their: (1) emphasis on evaluation research; (2) imposition of experimental rigor; (3) inapplicability to human service projects; (4) inattention to congruity between the program and its environment; (5) distinct characteristics of program evaluation; and (6)…
Descriptors: Environmental Influences, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods, Formative Evaluation
Peer reviewedSchulberg, Herbert C. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1978
Based on Strasser and Deniston's guidelines (TM 504 251), the author discusses pre-planned and post-planned program evaluation decisions based on: (1) attitude of the organization being evaluated; (2) availability of resources; and (3) usefulness of the findings for programmatic decision making. (MH)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Educational Assessment, Employer Attitudes, Evaluation Methods
