Description

This text presents a practical and tested approach of how to do case- and program-level evaluations within social service programs. It provides an unintimidating conceptual understanding of how programs can become more accountable by incorporating uncomplicated evaluation strategies into their day-to-day service delivery activities.

With the above in mind, this edition has been completely updated, revised (some chapters have been totally rewritten), and re-arranged in an effort to present the essential ingredients for programs to become evidence based. The result is a text eminently suited for social work program evaluation courses, administration courses, program planning courses, and program design courses.

* The book is student-friendly and written in a straightforward manner

* Emphasis on ethics, diversity, stakeholder involvement, and logic models reflected throughout the entire book

* Each chapter illustrates how its contents can be incorporated into evidence-based programs

* Its unique perspective blends case- and program-level evaluation techniques

* It highlights the monitoring approach to evaluation

* The book has a logical and flexible learning plan that allows a range of customization possibilities

* Prepares students to become accountable and competent social work practitioners and future program administrators

* Numerous, figures, tables, and boxes bring content to life
Visit the companion website at www.oup.com/us/swevaluation for student and instructor resources

Product Details

424 pages; 17 ht, 59 lines; 7 7/8 X 9 7/8; ISBN13: 978-0-19-539248-7ISBN10: 0-19-539248-5

About the Author(s)

Companion Resources

The following resources are available from the "Program Evaluation for Social Workers, 5th Edition" companion site:

• About the Authors
• About the Book
• Before You Begin
• Evaluation Resources
• Instructor Resources
• Student Resources