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Hsin-Ling Hung1, James W Altschuld, Yi-Fang Lee
1University of North Dakota, 231 Centennial Dr., Grand Forks, ND 58202-7189, United States. sonya.hung@und.edu
Evaluation and Program Planning
|May 8, 2012
Summary
This study addresses training needs for evaluation professionals in the Asia-Pacific region. It identifies gaps between current and desired training to enhance evaluation capacity.
Area of Science:
- Evaluation
- Professional Development
- Asia-Pacific Studies
Background:
- The evaluation profession requires skilled individuals to meet growing demand.
- Educational program evaluation in the Asia-Pacific faces specific challenges.
- Professional training is crucial for the advancement of evaluation practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current state of training for evaluation professionals.
- To identify desired training components and methodologies.
- To determine the discrepancies between existing and needed evaluation training.
Main Methods:
- A web-based Delphi methodology was employed.
- A needs assessment framework guided the inquiry.
- The study focused on the Asia-Pacific region's evaluation landscape.
Main Results:
- Analysis of current training practices in evaluation.
- Identification of key areas for improvement in professional development.
- Quantification of the gap between current and ideal training scenarios.
Conclusions:
- Findings offer valuable insights for academic and non-academic training programs.
- Addressing identified gaps is essential for strengthening the evaluation profession.
- The study provides a foundation for developing targeted evaluation training initiatives.
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