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Rutman, Leonard – Evaluation Practice, 1990
Based on experiences in conducting program evaluations for the Canadian Federal Government, an evaluator addresses reconciliation of the information needs of managers and accountability. External and internal accountability are covered. Using the perspectives of both line managers and senior managers, means of resolving pertinent issues are…
Descriptors: Accountability, Administrators, Conflict of Interest, Evaluation Problems

Light, Richard J. – Evaluation Practice, 1987
The value of screening evaluations is assessed. Descriptions of screening programs for acquired immune deficiency syndrome and massive drug testing are presented. An example is provided of how productive evaluation work can guide a program even before the decision is made to implement it. (TJH)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Disease Control, Drug Abuse, Evaluation Utilization

Wye, Chris; And Others – Evaluation Practice, 1989
Three articles on evaluation in the Federal government describe a decline in budget and staff support, narrowing of the agenda to internal management issues, and the subordination of evaluation to other functions. Issues for the future of Federal government evaluation are discussed. (SLD)
Descriptors: Budgeting, Evaluation Problems, Evaluation Utilization, Federal Government