Problems in the Measurement of Major Change in Specialized Organization

Abstract

Field research in organizations is costly in time, money, and the potential for error. Often, it is desirable to get a formative and summative evaluation of a new treatment at the same time. Yet in this problem the unit is chosen because it is changing in its technology, personnel, and environment, and is unique. What generalizations can be made from such a study? The problem area seems a proper field of inquiry, yet there are no accepted or proper methods of inquiry. What measurement methods are appropriate to determine how well the treatment is being administered and determine impact of the treatment, when the sample organization is chosen because it is unique, constantly changing, and important.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADP001422

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  • John Mietus

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  • U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences

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