Utilization-Focused Evaluation

von Michael Quinn Patton

690 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Fourth Edition of the bestselling Utilization-Focused Evaluation provides expert, detailed advice on conducting program evaluations from one of leading experts. Chock full of useful pedagogy-including a unique utilization-focused evaluation checklist-this book presents Michael Quinn Patton¿s distinctive opinions based on more than thirty years of experience. Key Features of the Fourth Edition- Provides thoroughly updated materials including more international content; new references; new exhibits and sidebars; and new examples, stories, and cartoons- Includes follow-up exercises at the end of each chapter - Features a utilization-focused evaluation checklist - Gives greater emphasis on mixed methods- Analyzes the pluses and minuses of the increased emphasis on accountability and performance measurement in government at all levels- Details the explosion of international evaluationIntended Audience Both theoretical and practical, this core text is an essential resource for students enrolled in Program Evaluation courses in a variety of disciplines-including public administration, government, social sciences, education, and management. Practitioners will also find this text invaluable.