{"product_id":"evaluating-public-and-community-health-programs-paperback","title":"Evaluating Public and Community Health Programs - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMuriel J. Harris\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA practical introduction to participatory program evaluation\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEvaluating Public and Community Health Programs\u003c\/i\u003e provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of evaluation, with a participatory model that brings stakeholders together for the good of the program. Linking community assessment, program implementation, and program evaluation, this book emphasizes practical, ongoing evaluation strategies that connect theory with application. This updated second edition includes new discussion on planning policy change programs using logic models and theory of change, plus expanded coverage of processes, outcomes, data collection, and more. Each chapter includes classroom activities and group discussion prompts, and the companion website provides worksheets, lecture slides, and a test bank for instructors. Mini cases help illustrate the real-world applications of the methods described, and expanded case studies allow students to dig deeper into practice and apply what they've learned. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccurate and effective evaluation is the key to a successful program. This book provides a thorough introduction to all aspects of this critical function, with a wealth of opportunities to apply new concepts. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn evaluation strategies that involve \u003ci\u003eall\u003c\/i\u003e program stakeholders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLink theory to practice with new mini cases and examples\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the uses, processes, and approaches to evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover how ongoing evaluation increases program effectiveness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublic and community health programs are a vital part of our social infrastructure, and the more effective they are, the more people they can serve. Proper planning is important, but continued evaluation is what keeps a program on track for the long term. \u003ci\u003eEvaluating Public and Community Health Programs\u003c\/i\u003e provides clear instruction and insightful discussion on the many facets of evaluation, with a central focus on real-world service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Updated Edition of the Comprehensive Text that is the Essential Introduction to Evaluation in Public and Community Health\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe thoroughly revised second edition of \u003ci\u003eEvaluating Public and Community Health Programs\u003c\/i\u003e offers public health professionals and social workers a systematic approach to evaluation. It contains a proven framework and four-step participatory model for evaluation that puts stakeholders as a central feature of the evaluation process.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe author explores the links between community assessment, program implementation, and program evaluation, and clarifies the uses, processes, and approaches to evaluation. Written in approachable terms, the text emphasizes practical, ongoing evaluation strategies that involve all program stakeholders, not just evaluation experts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe second edition of \u003ci\u003eEvaluating Public and Community Health Programs\u003c\/i\u003e offers: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA greater focus on the connection between theory and program planning and evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdditional information on quantitative and qualitative data collection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew information on planning policy change programs using logic models and theory of change\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMini-case studies that present opportunities for reflection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eValuable Takeaways provide simple reminders of important concepts covered in each chapter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorksheets helpful for reviewing each chapter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdated lecture slides and test bank for instructors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTwo new case studies that help to experience virtual evaluations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe second edition of\u003ci\u003e Evaluating Public and Community Health Programs\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with clear instructions and insightful discussions on the many facets of evaluation and highlights real-world service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMURIEL J. HARRIS, PHD, MPH, \u003c\/b\u003e Associate Professor, Department of Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences, University of Louisville.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 416\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.2 x 6.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 14, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42127733129351,"sku":"9781119151050","price":160.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/cceb9f652dd4b80ea197051e7ee9e66b.webp?v=1732590275","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/evaluating-public-and-community-health-programs-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}