Discussion 1: Effective Policy Evaluation
Consider the various professional roles that human services professionals play. Confidence in the human services professional is predicated on his or her skills and knowledge. Policy evaluation requires a critical background in many fields of learning.
Discuss the skills and knowledge base needed to conduct effective policy evaluation, based on your reading of Chapter 8 in Simon's Public Policy text. State the most critical skills that can benefit human service professionals implementing a policy. Include references to support your statements.
Discussion 2: Evaluation Methodologies
There is a range of technical tools available to policy evaluators to use in achieving their tasks.
Discuss the types and methods of evaluation presented by Simon in your Public Policy text, and describe the method you find most useful in dealing with human services policy.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Readings (covers both discussions)
Use your Public Policy: Preferences and Outcomes text to read the following:
Chapter 8, "Policy Evaluation," pages 146-160.