Theory and Practice of Program Evaluation
- Course Number
- CHL5110H
- Series
- 5100 (Social and Behavioural Health Science)
- Course Instructor(s)
- Carol Strike
Course Description
This course will introduce students to the theories, approaches, methods, innovations and related to program evaluation – a core competency in public health. Designed as a practice- oriented
course, this course will assist learners to develop evaluation and professional skills necessary to design and procure program evaluations.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Understand the history and evolution of program evaluation
- Describe a program and its theory of change
- Describe, assess and choose between different approaches to program evaluation
- Consider and apply anti-oppressive approaches to program evaluation
- Design an evaluation plan for a real-world program and work with an external client
Methods of Assessment
| Assignments | Weight |
| Program Theory of Change | 20% |
| Compare two Evaluation Approaches | 30% |
| Group Work Contract | 0% |
| Evaluation Plan – Team Presentation | 10% |
| Evaluation Plan – Full Plan | 40% |