Constructing New Measures in Program Evaluation.

McNamara, James F.; McNamara, Maryanne

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ERIC Number: EJ581510

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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Constructing New Measures in Program Evaluation.

McNamara, James F.; McNamara, Maryanne

International Journal of Educational Reform, v8 n1 p99-104 Jan 1999

Stresses two essential characteristics that principals must keep in mind when constructing measures that yield accurate and relevant evaluation data. When constructing quantitative measures, validity and reliability are most important considerations. When designing qualitative measures, credibility and dependability are most important. (14 references) (MLH)

Descriptors: Credibility, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Measurement Techniques, Principals, Reliability, Validity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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