Logic Modeling Methods in Program Evaluation

by Joy A. Frechtling

Written for students, researchers, consultants, professionals, and scholars, Logic Modeling Methods in Program Evaluation provides a step-by-step explanation of logic modeling and its importance in connecting theory with implementation and outcomes in program evaluation in the social sciences.   Logic Modeling Methods in Program Evaluation ’s comprehensive ·        Shows how the logic model can be used to clarify assumptions, reach group consensus, and bridge between various disciplines; ·        Identifies the specific components of logic modeling and discusses inputs, activities, outputs, short and long-term outcomes, contextual factors, and optional components and variations; ·        Focuses on the critical role of consensus in the development of a logic model, including factors such as teaming, timing, and collaborative learning; ·        Explores issues such as the most common mistakes in the development and implementation of logic models and the use of logic models in projects with different levels of complexity or different durations; ·        Discusses how the logic model can be used to identify the range of outcomes to be examined and how summative questions can be prioritized; ·        Includes a variety of illustrative case studies of simple, multi-year, and complex projects and demonstrates the use of the logic model to establish project goals and evaluate the project’s outcome.  

Genres: Education

160 pages, Paperback

First published March 9, 2007

Reviews

[Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great primer on logic modeling! Overall this book provides great explanations on why we should use logic models, components of models, and insights on how to create and implement models.

I will be recommendeding this book in the logic model trainings and webinars that I will be offering!

[Whitney Menarcheck · Rating 3 out of 5]

True rating is 3.5. This book addressed my need for a better fundamental understanding of logic models. The grammatical errors were distracting at times. Wish the entire book was more like the first few chapters.

[Terry · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you need to know about Logic Modeling this is a pretty easily understandable book to read.

[Greg]

Appears to be a seminal but hard to find book on the topic.