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Assessing the reliability and validity of the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) program tool.
Niloofar Ramezani1, Avi Bhati2, Amy Murphy3
1Department of Statistics, School of Computing, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive, MS 4A7, Fairfax, VA, 22030, USA. nramezan@gmu.edu.
Health & Justice
|June 8, 2022
Summary
The Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) Program Tool demonstrates reliable scales for assessing correctional program fidelity. This online resource provides administrators with instant feedback for program improvement and targeted technical assistance.
Area of Science:
- Criminal Justice
- Psychology
- Program Evaluation
Background:
- Fidelity assessment tools are crucial for evaluating program adherence to principles and performance.
- A validated fidelity tool serves as a feedback mechanism for program enhancement.
- The study utilized data from 1816 (construction) and 761 (confirmation) US correctional and reentry programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the internal consistency of the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) Program Tool.
- To validate an online resource for capturing structural features of correctional programs.
- To ensure accurate, valid, and reliable scales for program assessment.
Main Methods:
- Reliability statistics and factor analyses were employed.
- Internal consistency of individual subscales was assessed.
- Data from a large sample of correctional and reentry programs were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Six scales within the RNR Program Tool demonstrated acceptable to excellent internal consistency.
- Identified scales include staffing, reward-and-sanction, clinical standards, coaching, program duration, and risk-need assessment.
- Factor analyses supported the reliability of the identified subscales.
Conclusions:
- The RNR Program Tool offers a modern, online solution for program fidelity assessment.
- It integrates empirical literature and clinical standards for quality programming.
- The tool provides instant, targeted feedback to program administrators, reducing reliance on consultants and enabling strategic improvement.
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