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Authors: David Royse, Bruce A. Thyer, Deborah K. Padgett, & Natasha L. Bowen
Publisher: Cengage Learning (2016) · Language: English · ISBN-13: 978-1305480650
Program Evaluation: An Introduction to an Evidence-Based Approach (6th Edition) provides a clear, practical framework for designing and conducting program evaluations across social services, education, healthcare, and community settings. This edition emphasizes evidence-based approaches that connect evaluation results directly to decision-making and program improvement.
Key features include:
Step-by-step guidance on planning, implementing, and reporting program evaluations.
Balanced coverage of quantitative and qualitative methods with real-world application examples.
Emphasis on ethical standards, stakeholder engagement, and culturally responsive evaluation practices.
Practical tools for needs assessment, data collection, cost-benefit analysis, and utilization of findings.
Updated case studies and examples illustrating how evaluation supports accountability and program effectiveness.
A foundational resource for students and professionals in social work, public health, and human services, this edition equips readers with the analytical and methodological skills needed to evaluate programs effectively and promote evidence-based practice.
