IACET Program Evaluation Course

Course Materials

• Participant's Guide (PDF)

Course Quiz

• ACCES THE QUIZ

Course Facilitators

• Dr. Dan Hiltz
• Teri Laliberte

Post Course Evaluation

• ACCESS THE EVALUATION

Description

This program introduces learners to different types of program evaluation, including needs assessment, formative research, process evaluation, monitoring of outputs and outcomes, impact assessment, and cost analysis. Learners gain practical experience through a series of exercises involving the design of a conceptual framework, development of indicators, analysis of computerized service statistics, and development of an evaluation plan to measure impact. Covers experimental, quasi-experimental, and non-experimental study designs, including the strengths and limitations of each.

Audience

This program is designed to provide basic understanding to those involved in the development and evaluation for programs in organizations.  

Program Goals and Outcomes

After this learning event, the attendees will be able to:

1. Explain the major concepts in program evaluation.
2. Perform skills required in conducting program evaluation.
3. Design a plan to conduct a comprehensive program evaluation .

Program Outline

Day one (7 contact hours or as time allows)

• Types of evaluation and their purpose
• Levels of measurement: population-based vs. program-based
• Sources of data
• Study designs, including randomized control trials, and threats to validity
• Design of a conceptual framework
• Develop objectives and indicators
• Conduct of a focus group
• Pretest of a communication
• Processing of service statistics
• Use of participatory evaluation techniques
• Drafting the evaluation plan

Participants will be provided with a certificate of program completion and digital badge.