Program Evaluation Theory and Practice, Third Edition by Donn... - 9781462555901

Program Evaluation Theory and Practice, Third EditionA Comprehensive Guide\nAuthor(s): Donna M. Mertens, Amy T. Wilson, Jori N. Hall\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Guilford Publications, United States\nImprint: Guilford Press\nISBN-13: 9781462555901, 978-1462555901\nSynopsis\nCovering both the theory and practice of evaluation in one engaging volume, this leading text is now in a revised third edition. It features additional evaluation approaches, such as the Indigenous paradigm; new examples, ranging from small to large and multi-site evaluations; and more. Instructors praise the diverse evaluations, many with reflective commentary from evaluators, and rich pedagogical features. The text describes the major theoretical paradigms in evaluation and the ways they inform methodological choices. Readers learn effective strategies for clarifying their own theoretical assumptions; working with stakeholders; developing questions; using quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods designs; c.