Evaluation Methods & Instruments

Common Qualitative Methods
Information from the National Science Foundation on conducting evaluation using qualitative methods including observations, in-depth interviews, and focus groups. This is Chapter 3 of the “User-Friendly Handbook for Mixed Method Evaluations”, an online resource that provides an overview of practical evaluation methodology.

 

Selected Qualitative Methods
From a National Institute of Health online text, a research-oriented overview of qualitative methods, including data techniques, sampling, analysis techniques, and useful links to more information.

 

Evaluation Measures
Information on measures used in studies of sexual violence, with references to articles citing them. These measures may also be used when evaluating the effectiveness of prevention education programs.


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