Major drawback of traditional evaluation is its emphasis on outcome" or terminal performance; what is needed are more process-oriented methods of assessment. Author describes Program Analysis" as a possible model. (Author/MB)

Broad guidelines based upon Robert Stake's model of educational evaluation are composed for social studies departments improving their program through some evaluation measures. (VW)

First in a series of articles to be offered by Journal Professional Development Committee. Presents instrument designed to assess expectations held by students, teachers, parents and administrators in relation to personnel program in their school. (CJ)

An overview of how program evaluation is organized within the federal government is presented. Using examples from three federal agencies, the author shows how evaluation units are formed, defines their functions, and discusses the barriers that must be overcome to manage a federal program evaluation office effectively. (Author)

The use of theoretical models in impact assessment can heighten the power of experimental designs and compensate for some deficiencies of quasi-experimental designs. Theoretical models of implementation processes are examined, arguing that these processes are a major obstacle to fully effective programs. (Author/CM)

In the form of a play, a brief discussion is presented of program evaluation problems at the elementary/secondary education level. (PN)

Reviews a number of factors that should be considered in preparing instruments to evaluate inservice programs. Offers a sample evaluation form. (FL)

Proposes questions that can be raised by principals evaluating the character and effectiveness of their high schools. Suggests studying the nature of daily school operations, the school program, the school's structure and schedule, student activities, staff quality, guidance services, off-campus learning opportunities, administration, and school…

Using selected concepts, format, and techniques from the legal arena, the Judicial Evaluation Model was used to assess the efficacy of linkage arrangements between the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act prime sponsors and education service providers in the Commonwealth of Virginia. (PN)

Procedures used to develop and validate an instrument appropriate for assessing the status of teacher evaluation practices in schools are described. Data are presented substantiating the reliability and validity of the instrument, as well as its sensitivity to differences in teacher evaluation programs. (Author/GK)

Designed to guide project evaluators in determining the type of evaluation appropriate to projects; explains formative and summative evaluations, gives examples of each, and explains the evaluator's role in each method. (Journal availability: National Dissemination and Assessment Center, California State University, 5151 State University Drive,…

Presents an analysis of local vocational education evaluation practices in one state. The investigation identified what evaluation activities had been conducted, who was involved, reasons for conducting evaluations, and the perceived barriers to conducting local evaluations. (Author)

Research investigating training in family therapy is scant. This paper describes existing models of training in marriage and family therapy, major issues pertinent to the evaluation of the effectiveness of such training, and suggests a methodology for such evaluation. (Author)