MC3 : The Program Evaluation KnowledgeBase : Element 1 : Activity 2 : Task 4: Select Evaluator

The Program Evaluation KnowledgeBase : Element 1 : Activity 2 : Task 4: Select Evaluator

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Guests: 10
Members: None

1
· Indistar Summit

2
· Indistar Summit

9
· MTSS Symposium

10
· MTSS Symposium

24
· MC3 - US Department of ED Site Visit

25
· MC3 - US Department of ED Site Visit

30
· Warrensburg RtI Institute
· ELL Coaches' Academy Follow-up II

Guideline:

Project size, evaluation purpose, and available resources impact whether internal staff members have the means to conduct the program evaluation or whether engaging an external evaluator is warranted. When selecting an evaluator give thought to the advantages/disadvantages of internal versus external evaluators. With an external evaluator it is important to know their experience as well as the cost of their services. Regardless of the path selected, the evaluator should be part of the evaluation team comprised of applicable internal staff members and stakeholders. Prior to proceeding with the evaluation the organization should determine which approach seems most suited for its needs and the resources.

Guiding Principles for Evaluators _EXTERNAL_LINK

Approved by the American Evaluation Association membership these principles guide the professional practice of evaluators, and inform evaluation clients and the general public about the principles they can expect to be upheld by professional evaluators.

Selecting and Managing an Evaluation Consultant or Team _EXTERNAL_LINK

This guideline authored by the International Development Research Centre provides ideas and suggestions for selecting and managing an evaluation consultant or evaluation team.

Evaluator Expertise _EXTERNAL_LINK

This Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration document contains a list of areas in which evaluators may or may not have expertise. Each area of expertise is described in a short paragraph for those who may not be familiar with the term.

Hiring an Evaluator _EXTERNAL_LINK

This National Center for Mental Health Promotion and Youth Violence Prevention Education Development Center brief summaries the issues associated with hiring an external evaluator.

When and How to Use External Evaluators _EXTERNAL_LINK

This report, produced by The Association of Baltimore Area Grantmakers and funded by the Casey Foundation's Funders Evaluation Initiative, is designed for program officers who may be asked to advise grantees about contracting an external evaluator.

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