Discusses the criteria for a duplication review, the kinds of data provided, and the lessons learned from a duplication review of the speech communication program at Central Washington University. (MS)

Seeks to redefine the issues in alcohol prevention. Finds that current concepts do not address all of the problems in preventing alcoholism. Recommends that theories, models, and research studies developed on the holistic health model be encouraged. (ABB)

The article reviews efforts to set child abuse prevention goals in the U.S., noting research on program effectiveness and the role of maltreatment in child mortality. Alternative models for assessing the impact of prevention are described and the need to clarify and specify goals in prevention is stressed. (CL)

The author distinguishes between legally and educationally appropriate education and offers guidelines to evaluate program appropriateness where quality of learning is the central concern. Guidelines touch on program uniqueness, long-range benefit, high expectations, use of effective instructional techniques, goal orientation, adequate teacher…

A model for designing gifted program evaluation is offered along with discussion of seven realities: (1) terms and concepts, (2) funding implications, (3) goals and image, (4) policy implications, (5) statistical and philosophical problems, (6) the role of teacher educators, and (7) impact on other programs. (CL)

Outlines factors to consider in program evaluation at community colleges: faculty, students, reasons for evaluations, and models. (PD)

The concepts of relevance, usefulness, and importance in evaluation of gifted programs are examined, and guidelines are offered for formulating evaluation questions. (CL)

The article suggests a role for Human Rights Committees in monitoring programs for mentally retarded persons in terms of whether the goals and objectives are adequate and whether the habilitation procedures represent a reasonable balance between intrusiveness and effectiveness and are being employed as indicated in the habilitation plan.…

Defines impact evaluation from the perspective of evaluation experts, discusses problems the definition imposes on Extension, and points out areas on which to focus to provide respected answers to questions being asked. (JOW)

A comparison of eight major generalized evaluation models is provided, enabling the educator to choose which is most appropriate for his specific program. (RW)

Program audit delves into comparisons between a program's operation and its design to look for actual or potential problems in the operation in order for administrators to make the necessary corrections and adjustments while the program is in operation. (Author/IRT)

Outlines a model for evaluating management development programs. (IRT)

Papers in this collection address issues related to participatory approaches to assessing impact. The first section, "What Is an Impact Study and How Should We Do It?" contains: (1) "Participatory Impact Assessment" (John Shotton); (2) "Participatory Action Research as an Approach to Impact Assessment" (Victoria…

This paper describes a relatively new approach to program evaluation, the "learning history" approach. The paper also presents preliminary results of a pilot test of the method and provides a preliminary account of how this new approach will be compared to the classic goals-based approach to evaluation. The learning history method was…

This guide demystifies the process of evaluation by explaining the components of an evaluation design. It is designed to help program or project managers understand that they are an integral part of the evaluation process and a beneficiary of the results. The book can be used in all sectors of the organizational world, including education. The…