Design an evaluation proposal to address the following:
1. Explain the objectives of this program evaluation discussed in the scenario.
Required Articles:
Posavac, E. J., & Carey, R. G. (2007). Program evaluation: methods and case studies (7th ed.) (pp. 23–30). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
Linfield, K. J., & Posavac, E. J., (2019). Program evaluation: Methods and case studies (9th ed.) (pp. 25). New York, NY: Routledge.
2. Discuss all steps in the program evaluation process.
Milstein R.L., & Wetterhall S. (1999). Framework for program evaluation in public health. MMWR: Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, 48(36), 1–8. Retrieved from https://search-ebscohost-com.libauth.purdueglobal.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=rzh&AN=107220057&site=eds-live (Library – Evaluation Steps)
3. As you discuss the steps in program evaluation, consider the following:
Which program evaluation model will you use for this evaluation plan, and why?
What program evaluation method (Qualitative, Quantitative, or both (Mix-Method) will you use in this evaluation plan, and why?
What type of data (literature, interviews, focus groups…) will you use to complete this evaluation plan?
How will you manage information taken from participants and the organization? Also, what you plan to do with the data you collect.
Consider a discussion on the evaluation principles from outlined by the American Evaluation Association Principles
What is the cost-effectiveness of this evaluation?
4. Use this information to predict the outcomes of your evaluation and the possible policy changes that would result from your evaluation.
5. Ensure all steps of the evaluation process are discussed.
6. End the proposal with a discussion of your fees and why.
Make use of your course reading, and consult valid outside resources for this activity.
In addition to fulfilling the specifics of the assignment, a successful evaluation plan must also meet the following criteria: