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A look back at 20 years of Program Evaluation
Ben Birkby1, Kenneth J Linfield2
1REACH Evaluation, Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Journal of Prevention & Intervention in the Community
|October 15, 2019
Summary
This article reflects on a Program Evaluation course taken 20 years ago by a Psy.D. graduate. It highlights the course
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Program Evaluation
- Clinical Psychology Training
Background:
- Reflections on a specific Program Evaluation course within a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) program.
- The author is a graduate of Spalding University's Psy.D. program, having completed the course two decades prior.
- Program Evaluation has become a significant aspect of the author's professional career.
Purpose of the Study:
- To share insights and reflections on a graduate-level Program Evaluation course.
- To identify beneficial components of the course and suggest areas for improvement, both retrospectively and currently.
- To discuss the implications of these reflections for the future development of the course.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis and personal reflection on a graduate course.
- Qualitative assessment of course content and its long-term impact.
- Identification of strengths and weaknesses based on professional application.
Main Results:
- Specific helpful elements of the Program Evaluation course are identified.
- Suggestions for enhancing the course, applicable to its past and present iterations, are provided.
- The enduring value and central role of program evaluation in a clinical psychology career are underscored.
Conclusions:
- The graduate course provided foundational skills crucial for a career in program evaluation.
- Continuous improvement of the course is recommended to maximize its relevance and effectiveness.
- The insights gained offer valuable perspectives for educators and students in Psy.D. programs regarding program evaluation training.
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