Evaluation of Intergenerational Programs: Why and How?.

Bocian, Kathleen; Newman, Sally

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Publication Date: 1989

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Evaluation of Intergenerational Programs: Why and How?

Bocian, Kathleen; Newman, Sally

Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, v20 n3-4 p147-63 1989

Reasons for evaluating intergenerational programs are presented, and unique features and basic components of these evaluations are described. Strategies and methodologies used in the program evaluation process are systematically outlined. Careful and serious evaluation can provide insights into problem areas, successful program elements, replicable components, potential beneficiaries, and other issues. (AF)

Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Children, Client Characteristics (Human Services), Data Analysis, Data Collection, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Needs, Intergenerational Programs, Older Adults, Program Evaluation, Social Agencies, Social Problems, Youth

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Language: English

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