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What are the components of outcome questions in a program evaluation?

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Hunter Parker
10 January 2025
What are the components of outcome questions in a program evaluation?

What are the components of outcome questions in a program evaluation?

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Penelope Turner
10 January 2025

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Hunter Parker
10 January 2025

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Penelope Turner
10 January 2025

The components of outcome questions in a program evaluation can be summarized as follows:

Desired outcomes: Outcome questions focus on the desired outcomes or impacts of the program. They seek to understand whether the program has achieved its intended goals, objectives, or outcomes as defined in the program's logic model or theory of change.

Measurement: Outcome questions explore the methods and measures used to assess program outcomes. They examine the validity, reliability, and appropriateness of outcome measures, as well as the data collection methods employed to measure program effectiveness.

Data analysis: Outcome questions investigate the analysis and interpretation of outcome data. They assess the statistical or qualitative techniques used to analyze the data, determine the significance or meaningfulness of the outcomes, and draw conclusions about the program's effectiveness.

Attribution: Outcome questions examine the extent to which program outcomes can be attributed to the program itself. They explore the contribution of the program in achieving the desired outcomes, considering other influencing factors or external variables that may have influenced the outcomes.

Unintended consequences: Outcome questions consider unintended consequences or unexpected outcomes of the program. They explore any unanticipated positive or negative effects that emerged as a result of program implementation, providing insights into the broader impact of the program.

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