Preserving and enhancing quality through effective program evaluation

1986 ◽  
Vol 1986 (53) ◽  
pp. 71-77
Author(s):  
Al Smith
2001 ◽  
Vol 62 (4) ◽  
pp. 307-315 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julie Brewer ◽  
Mark D. Winston

Academic libraries are turning increasingly to internship/residency programs to enhance their recruitment efforts. Yet, little evaluative information is available to measure the effectiveness of these programs or to justify funding for them. This article outlines the necessary components of an evaluation model for internship/residency programs based on a survey of academic library deans/directors and program coordinators. The study identifies the key evaluation factors that library administrators consider most important for measuring internship/residency programs, as well as the frequency, format, and sources of input for effective program evaluation.


2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (168) ◽  
pp. 75-97
Author(s):  
Laurie Stevahn ◽  
Dale E. Berger ◽  
Susan A. Tucker ◽  
Anna Rodell

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S880-S881
Author(s):  
Gabriela Zaragoza ◽  
Jaime Cruz-Martinez ◽  
Paula Reilly ◽  
Jeanette Ross ◽  
Michael J Mader ◽  
...  

Abstract Dementia awareness training alone does not improve care or outcomes for patients living with dementia. Effective dementia education programs for family caregivers and healthcare providers can lead to improved care practices and patient outcomes. The Dementia Immersion Simulation Experience (DISE) is a face-to-face 2-hour educational program that includes simulation, videos, a virtual reality station, group debriefing, and a didactic session delivered by faculty with dementia caregiving expertise. The purpose of this project was to evaluate the effectiveness of DISE in a group of 48 interdisciplinary healthcare providers, trainees and administrative staff. A program evaluation and pre and post knowledge questionnaires were administered. Prior to the activity, the mean score of all participants was 8.85. After the activity, the mean score was 10.1 (p<0.0001). 35.4% of all participants were well informed on dementia before DISE and 70.8% were well informed after the activity (p <0.0005). Qualitative analysis of the comments section of the program evaluation showed that 95% of the participants mentioned empathy for those living with dementia. Participants rated DISE on a scale of 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree) across ten categories, covering objectives, relevance, effectiveness, and value of the learning experience. Over 95% of respondents agreed or better (score = 4 or 5) with each evaluation statement and at least 85% strongly agreed with each statement. The evaluation scores are further evidence of an effective program. DISE is an effective tool to teach and support family caregivers, healthcare workers, and healthcare professionals and trainees.


2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 114-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingrid Philibert ◽  
John H. Beernink ◽  
Barbara H. Bush ◽  
Donna A. Caniano ◽  
John J. Coyle ◽  
...  

2005 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 47-52
Author(s):  
A. Himelfarb ◽  
A. Lazar

<em>Abstract.-</em>The capacity to conduct meaningful and cost-effective program evaluation is critical to program sustainability in this age of increasing accountability and competitive funding. Many urban fishing programs around the country have conducted basic process evaluation, accounting for audiences reached and numbers of activities. A comprehensive program evaluation requires clarity related to the ultimate goals and desired outcomes and ultimate impact of a program. Evaluation at this level can be challenging for programs with limited staff and resources. Meaningful evaluation of urban fishing programs can be guided by the development of a program logic mode. A logic model provides a representation of the “theory of action,” and has direct linkages to learning theory, specifically Bennett’s hierarchy of effects. A logic model supports a program director’s management of an evaluation by targeting evaluation efforts through the identification of key program outcome indicators that are specific, measurable, attainable, and results oriented.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allen Rubin
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