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Program evaluation in rehabilitation.

Diane L. Schnelker1, Phillip D. Rumrill

  • 1Kent State University, Department of Educational Foundations, 405 White Hall, P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242-0001, USA. Tel.: +1 330 672 0601; Fax: +1 330 672 3737;

Work (Reading, Mass.)
|November 21, 2002
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Evaluation research enhances rehabilitation services for people with disabilities. Program evaluation methods improve quality of life and independence, meeting new accreditation standards.

Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Program Evaluation
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • Growing demand for accountability and accreditation in disability services.
  • Need for rigorous research to inform rehabilitation practices.
  • Program Evaluation offers a framework for quality improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the nature of evaluation research.
  • To illustrate its contribution to contemporary rehabilitation.
  • To highlight its role in improving quality of life and independence for individuals with disabilities.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on evaluation research methodologies.
  • Analysis of program evaluation principles and applications in rehabilitation.
  • Case examples demonstrating the impact of evaluation research.

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Main Results:

  • Evaluation research provides systematic data for service improvement.
  • Program evaluation methods align with accreditation standards.
  • Evidence-based practices in rehabilitation are strengthened through evaluation.

Conclusions:

  • Evaluation research is crucial for advancing rehabilitation outcomes.
  • Program evaluation is essential for demonstrating effectiveness and accountability.
  • Integrating evaluation research enhances independence and quality of life for people with disabilities.