Decision-Making Theory and the Evaluator

Authors

  • W.E. Thurston University of Calgary Calgary, Alberta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3138/cjpe.5.003

Abstract

This article reviews the literature on decision making as applied to program evaluation. The roles of information and of different skills in decision making are outlined, and the possible impact of decision-making heuristics is pointed out. Two decision-making theories that highlight the most contentious issues in the study of decision making are discussed. Finally, computerized decision support systems are introduced.

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1990-09-01

How to Cite

Thurston, W. (1990). Decision-Making Theory and the Evaluator. Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation, 5(2), 29–45. https://doi.org/10.3138/cjpe.5.003

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 2 (1990): Fall

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Copyright (c) 1990 W.E. Thurston

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