Program Evaluation: Alternative Approaches and Practical Guidelines

Understand the diverse world of program evaluation with guidance on various approaches and practical guidelines. This book is designed for evaluators who want to deepen their understanding of evaluation methodologies, including expertise and consumer-oriented approaches, decision-oriented evaluation, and more.

What You'll Learn

• Evaluation's fundamental purposes and distinctions
• Historical trends and modern practices in program evaluation
• Political and ethical challenges in evaluation
• Different methodologies like program-oriented and participant-oriented approaches
• Conducting evaluations: from planning to reporting

Who This Book Is For

This book is ideal for students and professionals in public administration, social sciences, and education who are looking to enhance their evaluation skills with practical guidelines.

What You Need to Know First

Basic knowledge of public administration or social sciences is recommended to fully benefit from the detailed methodologies and case studies presented in this book.

Why This Book

Unlike other texts, this book provides a comparative analysis of evaluation approaches, offering a well-rounded perspective on the subject. It helps readers navigate complex political and ethical issues in evaluation.

What's Inside

Authored by Jody L. Fitzpatrick, James R. Sanders, and Blaine R. Worthen, this 559-page edition covers 18 comprehensive chapters. Published by Pearson Education, Inc., it includes real-world examples and practical guidelines.