Program Planning and Evaluation

Catalog description

Provides information about the techniques and procedures involved in the planning process and in the application of research methods to social work practice at the community level. Focus will be on the conceptualization of a social program and on process or planning and the outcome evaluation research. Different approaches to planning and evaluation from a strengths-based empowerment perspective will be surveyed. Students will deal with the theoretical and practical problems of planning and evaluating social welfare programs and services for individuals and families in a global context.