Participative Evaluations

Authors

  • John G. Fricke Alberta Labour Edmonton, Alberta
  • Raj Gill Alberta Social Services Edmonton, Alberta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3138/cjpe.04.002

Abstract

We attempt to develop a “participative” evaluation strategy by integrating the advantages of decision- and consumer-oriented models of evaluation and minimizing their drawbacks. Three aspects of evaluation are examined: the purpose of the evaluation, stakeholdership, and the relation between evaluation and planning. We then explore the contribution each of these areas can make to an integrated strategy of program evaluation. We conclude that a participative model of evaluation is possible, provided that it is firmly linked to the organization's decision and planning process, and that stakeholders are willing to reach beyond traditional concerns with program impact.

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Published

1989-03-01

How to Cite

Fricke, J. G., & Gill, R. (1989). Participative Evaluations. Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation, 4(1), 11–25. https://doi.org/10.3138/cjpe.04.002

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 1 (1989): Spring

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Copyright (c) 1989 John G. Fricke, Raj Gill

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