Program evaluation and performance measurement : an introduction to practice /
James C. McDavid, University of Victoria, Canada, Irene Huse, University of Victoria, Canada, Laura R.L. Hawthorn.
- Third edition.
- xvii, 546 pages ; 26 cm
Revised edition of the authors' Program evaluation and performance measurement, c2013.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Key concepts and issues in program evaluation and performance measurement -- Understanding and applying program logic models -- Research designs for program evaluations -- Measurement for program evaluation and performance monitoring -- Applying qualitative evaluation methods -- Needs assessments for program development and adjustment -- Concepts and issues in economic evaluation -- Performance measurement as an approach to evaluation -- Design and implementation of performance measurement systems -- Using performance measurement for accountability and performance improvement -- Program evaluation and program management -- The nature and practice of professional judgment in program evaluation.