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Trochim, William M. K.; Linton, Rhoda – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1986
A general model for conceptualization methods is presented along with considerations for implementation. The model is illustrated in two planning and evaluation studies which involved a broad range of constituent groups within the organizations in the development of "concept maps." General implications of conceptualization methods are…
Descriptors: Cluster Analysis, Concept Formation, Concept Mapping, Evaluation Methods
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Kirkhart, Karen E.; Ruffolo, Mary Carmel – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1993
Some of the confusion surrounding evaluations of case management results from lack of clarity about value frames used to arrive at judgments of the merit of case management. Six value frames commonly applied to human service evaluation are reviewed, and the relevance of each perspective is examined. (SLD)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Consumer Economics, Context Effect, Evaluation Methods
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Britan, Gerald M. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1978
The distinction between experimental evaluation (which employs generalizable analyses of discrete causes and effects) and contextual evaluation (which examines particular program operations holistically) is articulated. Program characteristics are examined and linked to experimental and contextual models of program evaluation. (Author/MH)
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Context Clues, Evaluation Methods, Holistic Evaluation
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Starley, Richard O. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1994
Selected executive directors of local and national Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) service organizations were asked about their need and desire for a national organization. Replies of 12 local and 8 national directors confirmed the desire for such an organization and suggested various models for its organization. (SLD)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Administration, Administrators, Delivery Systems