Program Evaluation KnowledgeBase

This KnowledgeBase archive includes content and external links that were accurate and relevant as of September 30, 2019.

The Program Evaluation KnowledgeBaseis an online resource aiding education professionals in understanding the basics of project evaluation in order to properly assess projects and programs. It is organized around three elements to assist educators with their program evaluation.

Task 2: Use Data to Make Adjustments

Guideline: The implementation of the evaluation recommendations is a cyclical process involving Planning - Doing - Checking - Acting. Acting on the results is the critical element in achieving improvement. Data based decision making is a tool to utilize in determining what adjustments to the methods and strategies are necessary. Instead of "firing before aiming" using data in their decision making enables school leaders to "aim before they fire."

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