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Qualitative evaluation: a critical and interpretative complementary approach to improve health programs and services
Luz María Tejada Tayabas1, Teresita Castillo León2, Joel Monarrez Espino3
1Faculty of Nursing, San Luis Potosi Autonomous University, San Luis Potosi, Mexico; ltejada@uaslp.mx.
Summary
Qualitative evaluation (QE) offers a valuable method for assessing health programs by focusing on implementation processes. This approach engages beneficiaries as active participants, providing insights for program improvement.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Services Research
- Program Evaluation
Background:
- Traditional health program evaluations often focus on impact rather than implementation.
- There is a growing need for methods that capture the nuances of program execution.
- Qualitative evaluation (QE) offers an alternative perspective to traditional quantitative approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the origins, development, rationale, and characteristics of qualitative evaluation (QE).
- To highlight the value of QE as a methodological tool for health programs and services.
- To encourage the use of QE in public health for program improvement.
Main Methods:
- This essay comments on the theoretical underpinnings and practical application of qualitative evaluation.
- It emphasizes a qualitative approach that views participants as active meaning-makers.
- The focus is on understanding the implementation process from stakeholders' perspectives.
Main Results:
- Qualitative evaluation provides a deeper understanding of health program implementation.
- It identifies areas for improvement by incorporating the perspectives of intended beneficiaries.
- QE facilitates actionable suggestions for modifying program execution.
Conclusions:
- Qualitative evaluation is a valuable complementary tool for appraising health programs.
- Engaging beneficiaries as reflective subjects enhances program relevance and effectiveness.
- Public health evaluators should consider QE to optimize program implementation processes.
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