Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement: An Introduction to Practice

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Author: James C. McDavid

ISBN-10: 1412906687

ISBN-13: 9781412906685

Category: Organizational Behavior

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Designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses, this textbook describes the theory and practice of program evaluation and performance measurement for public and non-profit organizations. Introductory in nature, it does not assume knowledge of statistics or a thorough understanding of research methods and design on the part of the reader. Particular emphasis is placed on the importance of developing sound professional judgment. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

1Key concepts and issues in program evaluation and performance measurement12Understanding and applying program logic models393Research designs for program evaluations794Measurement in program evaluation1295Applying qualitative evaluation methods1656Assessing the need for programs2017Concepts and issues in economic evaluation2418Performance measurement as an approach to evaluation2819Design and implementation of performance measurement systems30510Using and sustaining performance measurement systems33711Program evaluation and program management : joining theory and practice37312The nature and practice of professional judgment in program evaluation401