Program Evaluation: An Introduction - Softcover

David Royse; Bruce A. Thyer; Deborah K. Padgett; TK Logan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 083041536X ISBN 13: 9780830415366

Publisher: Brooks Cole, 2000

Synopsis

Praised by instructors and students alike, PROGRAM EVALUATION: AN INTRODUCTION helps your students evaluate services and programs using scientifically credible research tools. In the process of learning these evaluation techniques and skills, they will also become proficient at critically analyzing evaluation studies conducted by others. The authors present and simplify all the essentials needed for a critical appreciation of evaluation issues and methodology. From this text, students will learn how to gather evidence and demonstrate that their interventions and programs are effective in improving clients' lives. This text is known for its student-friendly writing style and clear presentation of concepts, as well as its hands-on and applied focus.

About this title

About the Author:

David Royse is a professor in the College of Social Work at the University of Kentucky. He earned his Ph.D. from Ohio State University in 1980. He has written several books, including two for Cengage Learning: RESEARCH METHODS IN SOCIAL WORK, Sixth Edition, and PROGRAM EVALUATION: AN INTRODUCTION TO AN EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACH, Sixth Edition.

Review:

"Many good examples relevant to our students ... Easy to read ... A useful resource for students even after they graduate."

"A how-to book for individuals who need to understand program evaluation ... An excellent blend of theory and practice application that is rarely found in a text."

About this edition

• Publisher: Brooks Cole
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 083041536X
• ISBN 13: 9780830415366
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 416