Program evaluation and performance measurement : an introduction to practice /
James C. McDavid, Irene Huse, Laura R. L. Hawthorn.
- Third edition.
- 1 online resource (546 pages) : illustrations
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Intro -- Endorsements -- Half Title -- Acknowledgements -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface -- Acknowledgements -- Contributors -- 1 Key Concepts and Issues in Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement -- 2 Understanding and Applying Program Logic Models -- 3 Research Designs for Program Evaluations -- 4 Measurement for Program Evaluation and Performance Monitoring -- 5 Applying Qualitative Evaluation Methods -- 6 Needs Assessments for Program Development and Adjustment -- 7 Concepts and Issues in Economic Evaluation -- 8 Performance Measurement as an Approach to Evaluation -- 9 Design and Implementation of Performance Measurement Systems -- 10 Using Performance Measurement for Accountability and Performance Improvement -- 11 Program Evaluation and Program Management -- 12 The Nature and Practice of Professional Judgment in Evaluation -- Glossary -- Index.
Program Evaluation and Performance Measurement offers a conceptual and practical introduction to program evaluation and performance measurement for public and non-profit organizations.