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**## SLP4in.docx**

The goal for the Session Long Project is to develop a hypothetical plan to evaluate a program. In each module, you will revise and add various components to the paper. The components are outlined below:

SLP 1: Program Overview
SLP 2: Purpose and Goals of the Evaluation
SLP 3: Data Collection and Instrumentation

**SLP 4: Data Analysis**
SLP 5: Distribution of Findings

*Note: You will not conduct the evaluation, but merely plan for one.

Read:

Chapter 7: Phase 3 – Obtaining Information to Answer Evaluation Questions (87-110) in:
Jason, M. H. (2008).
_Evaluating programs to increase student achievement._ SAGE Publications, Inc. doi: 10.4135/9781412990264

Use the reading to compose a 2- to 3-page paper with the following components:

1. Data Collection Methods

2. What  type of data collection methods will you utilize? Qualitative or quantitative?  Outline in detail the process.

a. Instruments – What type of data will be collected?  surveys?  interviews? Other?  Explain the various types of data.

3. Participants-Who will participate in the program evaluation?  What are their roles in the organization?  Will you include everyone in the organization?  Explain.

4. Resources-What other resources will you use as part of the data collection?

5. Ethical Considerations-What are ethical issues associated with you as the leader collecting and analyzing the data?  Be sure to acknowledge any bias.

**SLP Assignment Expectations**

Your paper will be assessed on the following criteria:

**Assignment-driven criteria:** Demonstrates mastery covering all key elements of the assignment in a substantive way.

**Critical thinking/Application to professional practice:** Demonstrates mastery conceptualizing the problem and viewpoints. Assumptions of experts are analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated thoroughly. Conclusions are logically presented and applied to professional practice.

**Scholarly writing:** Demonstrates mastery and proficiency in scholarly written communication to an appropriately specialized audience.

**Quality of references and organization:** Demonstrates mastery using relevant and quality sources and uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to support ideas, and convey understanding of the topic and shape the work.

**Citing sources:** Demonstrates mastery using in-text citations or sources and properly uses APA format including a full reference list.

**Timeliness/Professionalism:** Demonstrates excellence in taking responsibility for learning, adhering to the course requirement policies and expectations. Assignment submitted on time or collaborated with professor for an approved extension on due date.

**This is what the Professor gave us to help**

The chapter generally covers four major areas:

1. Choosing Data Collection Methods

You decide how information will be gathered. The chapter explains two main approaches:

• Quantitative methods – numbers and measurable results

o Surveys with rating scales

o Test scores

o Performance metrics

o Statistical data

•

• Qualitative methods – descriptive insights and experiences

o Interviews

o Observations

o Focus groups

o Open-ended responses

Most evaluations use a mixed-method approach (both types).

2. Selecting Instruments

“Instruments” means the tools used to collect data, such as:

• Surveys or questionnaires

• Interview protocols

• Observation checklists

• Document analysis (reports, records, policies)

The chapter emphasizes that instruments must be:

• Reliable – produce consistent results

• Valid – actually measure what they claim to measure.

3. Identifying Participants

You must determine:

• Who will provide the data

• Whether you include all members of the organization or just a sample

Examples might include:

• Program participants

• Leaders or administrators

• Staff members

• Stakeholders

4. Ensuring Data Quality

The chapter stresses:

• Avoiding bias

• Collecting accurate data

• Using multiple sources (triangulation)

Triangulation means using several data sources to confirm findings.

**## SLP4in.docx**

The goal for the Session Long Project is to develop a hypothetical plan to evaluate a program. In each module, you will revise and add various components to the paper. The components are outlined below:

SLP 1: Program Overview
SLP 2: Purpose and Goals of the Evaluation
SLP 3: Data Collection and Instrumentation

**SLP 4: Data Analysis**
SLP 5: Distribution of Findings

*Note: You will not conduct the evaluation, but merely plan for one.

Read:

Chapter 7: Phase 3 – Obtaining Information to Answer Evaluation Questions (87-110) in:
Jason, M. H. (2008).
_Evaluating programs to increase student achievement._ SAGE Publications, Inc. doi: 10.4135/9781412990264

Use the reading to compose a 2- to 3-page paper with the following components:

1. Data Collection Methods

2. What  type of data collection methods will you utilize? Qualitative or quantitative?  Outline in detail the process.

a. Instruments – What type of data will be collected?  surveys?  interviews? Other?  Explain the various types of data.

3. Participants-Who will participate in the program evaluation?  What are their roles in the organization?  Will you include everyone in the organization?  Explain.

4. Resources-What other resources will you use as part of the data collection?

5. Ethical Considerations-What are ethical issues associated with you as the leader collecting and analyzing the data?  Be sure to acknowledge any bias.

**SLP Assignment Expectations**

Your paper will be assessed on the following criteria:

**Assignment-driven criteria:** Demonstrates mastery covering all key elements of the assignment in a substantive way.

**Critical thinking/Application to professional practice:** Demonstrates mastery conceptualizing the problem and viewpoints. Assumptions of experts are analyzed, synthesized, and evaluated thoroughly. Conclusions are logically presented and applied to professional practice.

**Scholarly writing:** Demonstrates mastery and proficiency in scholarly written communication to an appropriately specialized audience.

**Quality of references and organization:** Demonstrates mastery using relevant and quality sources and uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to support ideas, and convey understanding of the topic and shape the work.

**Citing sources:** Demonstrates mastery using in-text citations or sources and properly uses APA format including a full reference list.

**Timeliness/Professionalism:** Demonstrates excellence in taking responsibility for learning, adhering to the course requirement policies and expectations. Assignment submitted on time or collaborated with professor for an approved extension on due date.

**This is what the Professor gave us to help**

The chapter generally covers four major areas:

1. Choosing Data Collection Methods

You decide how information will be gathered. The chapter explains two main approaches:

• Quantitative methods – numbers and measurable results

o Surveys with rating scales

o Test scores

o Performance metrics

o Statistical data

•

• Qualitative methods – descriptive insights and experiences

o Interviews

o Observations

o Focus groups

o Open-ended responses

Most evaluations use a mixed-method approach (both types).

2. Selecting Instruments

“Instruments” means the tools used to collect data, such as:

• Surveys or questionnaires

• Interview protocols

• Observation checklists

• Document analysis (reports, records, policies)

The chapter emphasizes that instruments must be:

• Reliable – produce consistent results

• Valid – actually measure what they claim to measure.

3. Identifying Participants

You must determine:

• Who will provide the data

• Whether you include all members of the organization or just a sample

Examples might include:

• Program participants

• Leaders or administrators

• Staff members

• Stakeholders

4. Ensuring Data Quality

The chapter stresses:

• Avoiding bias

• Collecting accurate data

• Using multiple sources (triangulation)

Triangulation means using several data sources to confirm findings.