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Hi, we are invited to develop an evaluation program on IFSCs. May I ask why we need to clarify the meaning of evaluation to the program personnel? I thought it was common sense.

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Bernice

7 December 2023

Hi, we are invited to develop an evaluation program on IFSCs. May I ask why we need to clarify the meaning of evaluation to the program personnel? I thought it was common sense.

Hi, we are invited to develop an evaluation program on IFSCs. May I ask why we need to clarify the meaning of evaluation to the program personnel? I thought it was common sense.

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Only Ken

6 December 2023

Not at all. Please do not hesitate to ask any further questions.

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Bernice

6 December 2023

Wow. Thank you for your kind reply!

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Only Ken

6 December 2023

The term “evaluation” does not have the same meaning for everyone, that’s why it’s of great importance for evaluators to figure out the real goal of the personnel is to modify or improve their work, instead of merely seeking affirmation of their efforts.

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