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\u003cb\u003eThe leading program evaluation reference, updated with the latest tools and techniques\u003c/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eHandbook of Practical Program Evaluation\u003c/i\u003e provides tools for managers and evaluators to address questions about the performance of public and nonprofit programs. Neatly integrating authoritative, high-level information with practicality and readability, this guide gives you the tools and processes you need to analyze your program's operations and outcomes more accurately. This new fourth edition has been thoroughly updated and revised, with new coverage of the latest evaluation methods, including: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCulturally responsive evaluation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdopting designs and tools to evaluate multi-service community change programs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsing role playing to collect data\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsing cognitive interviewing to pre-test surveys\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoding qualitative data\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou'll discover robust analysis methods that produce a more accurate picture of program results, and learn how to trace causality back to the source to see how much of the outcome can be directly attributed to the program. Written by award-winning experts at the top of the field, this book also contains contributions from the leading evaluation authorities among academics and practitioners to provide the most comprehensive, up-to-date reference on the topic. \u003cp\u003eValid and reliable data constitute the bedrock of accurate analysis, and since funding relies more heavily on program analysis than ever before, you cannot afford to rely on weak or outdated methods. This book gives you expert insight and leading edge tools that help you paint a more accurate picture of your program's processes and results, including: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eObtaining valid, reliable, and credible performance data\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngaging and working with stakeholders to design valuable evaluations and performance monitoring systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssessing program outcomes and tracing desired outcomes to program activities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding robust analyses of both quantitative and qualitative data\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eGovernmental bodies, foundations, individual donors, and other funding bodies are increasingly demanding information on the use of program funds and program results. The \u003ci\u003eHandbook of Practical Program Evaluation\u003c/i\u003e shows you how to collect and present valid and reliable data about programs. |
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