Utilization-Focused Evaluation

The Fifth Edition of the bestselling Utilization-Focused Evaluation provides expert advice on conducting evaluations that promote effective use of findings, with a companion website available for additional support.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc

The Fifth Edition of the highly acclaimed Utilization-Focused Evaluation is a comprehensive guide that offers expert advice on conducting evaluations that effectively promote the utilization of findings. Written by Michael Quinn Patton, a renowned expert with over forty years of experience, and co-authored by Charmagne E. Campbell-Patton, this book is a treasure trove of valuable pedagogy. The authors begin by delving into the core essence of utilization-focused evaluation, providing a clear understanding of its principles and objectives. They then outline ten operating principles that guide the evaluation process.

Concluding the book are chapters that explore the powerful role of evaluation in fostering a more thoughtful, equitable, and sustainable world. Packed with rich illustrations, figures, and cartoons, this engaging text demonstrates how readers can design and conduct evaluations that yield useful insights and contribute to a more just society. An accompanying website enhances the learning experience by offering additional resources, including case studies, examples, and interactive tools.

Whether you are a researcher, practitioner, or policymaker, the Fifth Edition of Utilization-Focused Evaluation is an essential resource for anyone seeking to enhance the impact and effectiveness of evaluation in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges. By embracing the principles outlined in this book, you can design and conduct evaluations that make a meaningful difference in the world.

Weight: 866g
Dimension: 203 x 253 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781544379456
Edition number: 5 Revised edition