Pre-Measurement Triangulation

Considerations for Program Evaluation in Human Service Enterprises

Authors

  • Nicole Obeid University of Ottawa Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Ottawa, Ontario
  • John S. Lyons University of Ottawa Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, Ottawa, Ontario

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3138/cjpe.25.003

Abstract

The concept of incorporating multiple perspectives in measurement is a foundation of program evaluation in human service enterprises, but can place significant challenges on the feasibility and interpretation of projects. This article reviews triangulation methodologies and proposes a new approach to triangulation. It argues that, in order to address some of the burdens associated with triangulation in human services program evaluation, the simple notion of pre-measurement triangulation through the use of communimetric measurement theory may present an effective option. An example of such a tool is provided, along with a discussion regarding the utility and limitations of these strategies.

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Published

2010-11-21

How to Cite

Obeid, N., & Lyons, J. S. (2010). Pre-Measurement Triangulation: Considerations for Program Evaluation in Human Service Enterprises. Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation, 25(2), 59–82. https://doi.org/10.3138/cjpe.25.003

Issue

Vol. 25 No. 2 (2010): Fall

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Copyright (c) 2010 Nicole Obeid, John S. Lyons

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