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Peer reviewedWeiss, Carol H. – Evaluation Practice, 1988
The role of the evaluator in the decision-making process is discussed. Topics covered include identification of decision makers and decision-making processes, delineation of informational needs, identification of the various media and forums for evaluation ideas, and definition of functions that evaluators serve. (TJH)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Evaluators, Media Selection, Needs Assessment
Peer reviewedSartorius, Rolf H. – Evaluation Practice, 1991
The Logical Framework (LogFrame) approach to project design and management is introduced for planners, evaluators, and project managers. Lessons learned from its international use, and applications of LogFrame and its computer software package are discussed. This flexible tool can improve project planning and design for almost any project. (SLD)
Descriptors: International Studies, Management Information Systems, Matrices, Needs Assessment
Peer reviewedPopham, W. James – Evaluation Practice, 1995
In recognition of the reduction in the number of educational evaluators functioning in the nation's schools, it is argued that educational evaluation must be promoted because of its direct and personal benefit to the individuals who authorize such evaluations. An argument is presented to use with authorizers of evaluation studies. (Author/SLD)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrators, Decision Making, Educational Research
Peer reviewedWye, 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
Peer reviewedHennessy, Michael; Grella, Christine – Evaluation Practice, 1992
This case study describes an unsuccessful research proposal submitted in response to a request for applications for projects to implement and evaluate up to 18 innovative programs for homeless persons with alcohol or other drug problems. This unsuccessful proposal reflects several tensions inherent in evaluation research. (SLD)
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Case Studies, Drug Abuse, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedWitkin, Belle Ruth – Evaluation Practice, 1994
Practices in needs assessment are reviewed since 1981, the year the federal government changed the role it plays in promoting needs assessment in the public sector. The review is based on reports published to 1993 and indicates that needs assessment is flourishing in a variety of settings. (SLD)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Problems
Peer reviewedRoss, John A.; Regan, Ellen – Evaluation Practice, 1993
A four-step procedure is described for using evaluation to contribute to the knowledge that intake staff need to assign clients to treatment programs. The procedure is illustrated with data from the evaluation of a professional development program delivered to 35 teacher consultants in Ontario (Canada). (SLD)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Clinical Diagnosis, Consultants, Educational Assessment
