Professional Issues in the Evaluation of Education/Training Programs.
Abstract
The purpose is to codify some program evaluation principles and provide a framework for program evaluation practices. Specifically: (a) Common evaluation purposes are listed along with the general methods of investigation most apt for each purpose. (b) Types and sources of evidence are listed and are associated with general methods of investigation. (c) Types of administrative and fiscal relationships among program evaluator, program developer/director, and funding agent are delineated. (d) A checklist is provided of audiences for dissemination of results indicating appropriate communication forms for each auidence. (e) Value orientations of evaluators are defined and a means of communicating them to others is provided. (f) Needed competencies of evaluators are listed as an aid to those evaluating and training evaluators. (g) Ethical responsibilities of evaluators and related groups are presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1975
- Accession Number
- ADA016834
Entities
People
- Samuel Ball
- Scarvia B. Anderson
Organizations
- Educational Testing Service