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Methodological and Conceptual Issues Confronting a Cross-Country Delphi Study of Educational Program Evaluation
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Hung, Hsin-Ling; Altschuld, James W.; Lee, Yi-Fang – Evaluation and Program Planning, 2008
Although the Delphi is widely used, research on certain methodological issues is somewhat limited. After a brief introduction to the strengths, limitations, and methodological challenges of the technique, we share our experiences (as well as problems encountered) with an electronic Delphi of educational program evaluation (EPE) in the Asia-Pacific…
Descriptors: Delphi Technique, Program Evaluation, Research Methodology, Foreign Countries
The Inherently Political Nature of Program Evaluators and Evaluation Research.
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McLemore, Jacqueline R.; Neumann, Jean E. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1987
The importance of addressing the political dynamics inherent in any evaluation research process is discussed. The theoretical orientation contributing to the denial and avoidance of politics is articulated and contrasted with one which posits politics as normative and useful. (Author/LMO)
Descriptors: Decision Making, Evaluation Methods, Evaluators, Political Attitudes
Employment Data and Social Impact Assessment.
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Gramling, Robert – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1992
It is argued that employment data provide a useful and flexible metric to assess social impact. Problems and advantages with the traditional use of population statistics and the use of employment data are discussed, and an example of the use of each is given. (SLD)
Descriptors: Employment Patterns, Employment Statistics, Evaluation Methods, National Surveys
Quantity and Quality in Evaluation Research: A Divergent View.
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Bednarz, 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
Methodological Issues in Evaluating Mental Health Services: Special Issue.
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Bickman, Leonard, Ed. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1996
This special issue focuses on several methodological issues in the evaluation of the largest mental health and substance abuse project for children and adolescents conducted at a single site, the U.S. Army's Fort Bragg Child and Adolescent Mental Health Demonstration program. The introduction and seven articles describe this program and the…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Evaluation Methods, Medical Care Evaluation
Pre- and Post-Planned Evaluations are Complements Not Alternatives: A Reply to Strasser and Deniston.
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Apsler, 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
How Relevant Is Linear, Dichotomous Reasoning to Ongoing Program Evaluation?
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Nguyen, 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