Discussion Post: Social Work Research
To prepare for this Discussion, identify a program within an agency with which you are familiar, which could benefit from process evaluation and outcome evaluation. You do not need to identify the agency in your post. Also, review the different evaluation models highlighted in this week's resources (needs assessment, program monitoring, client satisfaction study, outcome evaluation, or cost-benefit study).
Task
Post a brief summary of the program that you selected.
Recommend a program evaluation model that would answer a question relevant to the program.
• Explain the potential benefits of the program evaluation that you proposed (both process and outcome).
• Identify 2-3 concerns that stakeholders might have about your proposed evaluation and how you would address those concerns.
• Then explain 2-3 concerns that stakeholders may have about your proposed program evaluation and how you would address those concerns.
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.