Justifying conclusions in naturalistic evaluations. A practical perspective

Jennifer C. Greene

doi:10.1016/0149-7189(87)90004-8

Justifying conclusions in naturalistic evaluations. A practical perspective

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Naturalistic approaches to program evaluation generate multiple interpretations and possible conclusions, but lack inherent guidance on how to choose among or reconcile them. A practical frame of reference for addressing this challenge emphasizes criteria of utility and credibility, as well as an evaluation process that is participatory and openly value-pluralistic. This paper discusses the logic of justification underlying such a practical perspective.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	325-333
Number of pages	9
Journal	Evaluation and Program Planning
Volume	10
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/0149-7189(87)90004-8
State	Published - 1987
Externally published	Yes

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Business and International Management
Social Psychology
Geography, Planning and Development
Strategy and Management
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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