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Redesigning and Aligning Assessment and Evaluation for a Federally Funded Math and Science Teacher Educational Program
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Hardre, Patricia L.; Slater, Janis; Nanny, Mark – Evaluation and Program Planning, 2010
This paper examines the redesign of evaluation components for a teacher professional development project funded by the National Science Foundation. It focuses on aligning evaluation instrumentation and strategies with program goals, research goals and program evaluation best practices. The study identifies weaknesses in the original (year 1)…
Descriptors: Program Evaluation, Evaluation Methods, Teacher Education Programs, Science Teachers
State Implementation of TANF: Where Do We Stand in 2001?
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Lurie, I. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 2001
Provides an overview of federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) legislation and describes features of state TANF programs that are relevant for appreciating the need for evaluation and interpreting evaluations. Also describes some features of the "culture" of local welfare offices. (Author/SLD)
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Federal Aid, Program Evaluation, State Programs
A Welfare Reform Evaluation Agenda.
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Rolston, H. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 2001
Discusses the conditions that promote evaluation and their applicability to the current welfare situation. Outlines a welfare reform evaluation agenda, focusing on core activities and investments in evaluation. The major focus should be finding out what is effective for which individuals. (SLD)
Descriptors: Federal Aid, Needs Assessment, Program Development, Program Evaluation
The Effect of Product Development on Educational Change for the Handicapped.
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Gallaher, Karen S.; And Others – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1987
The effectiveness of product development as a component of technical assistance services offered to demonstration projects is examined. It is concluded that written documents produced by technical assistance agencies do not appear to have a direct effect on programs delivering services to the handicapped. (Author/LMO)
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Disabilities, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Small and Medium Enterprise Aid Programs: Intangible Effects and Evaluation Practice.
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Stame, Nicoletta – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1999
Contrasts different methods of evaluating aid programs to small and medium enterprises. Methods focus on the relationship between beneficiaries and program implementers to explore the role intangible relational means play in specific cultural contexts. (SLD)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Context Effect, Cultural Differences, Evaluation Methods
A Multimethod Approach to Evaluate Transition into Community Life.
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Gliner, Jeffrey A.; Sample, Pat – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1996
A multimethod approach to program evaluation using quantitative methods, subjective assessments, and qualitative case study methods was used to evaluate a federally funded grant to improve quality of life for persons with developmental disabilities. Discussion focuses on the strengths and weaknesses of each evaluation method and impact of the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Change, Community, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled)
Removing Confusion about Formative and Summative Evaluation: Purpose versus Time.
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Chambers, Fred – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1994
The purpose of evaluation in education projects is explored, through examples from English Language Teaching aid projects in developing countries. The distinction between formative and summative evaluation is conceptualized in terms of purpose rather than temporality, and the role of evaluation in program improvement is stressed. (SLD)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Utilization, Federal Aid