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What are the arguments for and against using professional judgment as the means for evaluating programs
$12.00Submit a minimum two-page paper which answers the following question:
Consider the program (or type of program) that you intend to evaluate for your final project.
- Create a logic model based on information presented in Module 2: m2-readings-d.parr_.docx
- Your project paper should be in Microsoft Word 2000 or higher. Remember to follow the most current APA style standards. Your paper should be double-spaced and in 12 point font. It should not exceed five pages and should include an additional page that lists your citations.
Every week, your assignment should be submitted using proper APA format. A cover page will not be required. However, the first page of the assignment should include a title and proper headings for sections of your response. In-text citations should follow APA guidelines, and you should include a Reference list as a separate page with entries that match in-text citations. You may include an Appendix if you have additional information (e.g., assessment instruments, tables/figures, other supporting documentation).
All written assignments and responses should follow APA rules for attributing sources.
5 First Approaches: Expertise and Consumer-Oriented Approaches
Orienting Questions
- 1. What are the arguments for and against using professional judgment as the means for evaluating programs?
- 2. What are the different types of expertise-oriented approaches? How are they alike and how do they differ?
- 3. Why is accreditation of institutions of higher education controversial today? How do these controversies reflect the controversies that frequently arise in many evaluations?
- 4. How is the consumer-oriented evaluation approach like the expertise-oriented approach? How is it different?
- 5. How do these approaches influence the practice of evaluation today?
Assignment: Information used to develop a logic model may be more or less useful
$5.00Describe two or more circumstances in which the information used to develop a logic model may be more or less useful and be simultaneously more or less difficult to obtain that information. Describe the impact that might have on the prospect of an evaluation and what that may mean. All written assignments and responses should follow APA rules for attributing sources.
1 Page
APA – 2 References
Analysis: Reexamining identification and reclassification of English language learners: A critical discussion of select state practices
$5.00Mahoney, K. S., & MacSwan, J. (2005). Reexamining identification and reclassification of English language learners: A critical discussion of select state practices. Bilingual Research Journal, 29(1), 31-42,232.
Write a short evaluation of the study’s credibility, accuracy, reasonableness and support. Next focus on the study’s results and discussion sections. Can you identify or suggest another study that “steps off” this study? A different population? A more diverse participant group? A different location? A different focus? Has the author suggested any “recommendations for future research” on which you could propose a study?
1 pages
APA – 2 References
Project Proposal Activity: What is the program/intervention you wish to evaluate
$10.00Note: Since this is a mixed methods course, your methodology in your project proposal may include both qualitative and quantitative designs
This week’s assignment asks you to present the proposed direction of the evaluation,
Provide the following initial information concerning your project proposal:
- What is the program/intervention you wish to evaluate?
- What is the stated mission, goals, and purpose of the program/intervention?
- Who are the relevant stakeholders?
- What are your ethical obligations as a program evaluator? What are key standards that you need to follow in developing and implementing your project proposal? What might be some issues that are particular to application in your discipline (i.e., business, education, counseling) and for this project?
- What research provides a context for this evaluation?
Every week, your assignment should be submitted using proper APA format. A cover page will not be required. However, the first page of the assignment should include a title and proper headings for sections of your response. In-text citations should follow APA guidelines, and you should include a Reference list as a separate page with entries that match in-text citations. You may include an Appendix if you have additional information (e.g., assessment instruments, tables/figures, other supporting documentation).
Additional files:
2 pages
APA – 3 References
Assignment – Understanding of the origins and current trends of program evaluation
$5.00How does an understanding of the origins and current trends of program evaluation bring perspective to evaluation’s purpose and use?
1 Page
APA – 2 References
Assignment 2: Behaviour Management and Support
$44.00The context
Schools often adopt or make strong use of particular models of discipline in their School Behaviour Management Policy and/or Plan. In Australia and many Western countries, the models of William Glasser, Ed Ford and Lee Canter have been popular. The ideas of Bill Rogers have also found their way into school plans and teacher practices. Some schools choose to take an eclectic approach, drawing on a wide variety of models, approaches and ideas while other schools choose to take a specific model approach, implementing a model in its entirety.
The assignment
Your assignment consists of two parts both of which require you to write an academic theoretically based essay on behaviour management in your country / State or Territory of context.
Part A: You must specifically outline which approach is the more appropriate; an eclectic or single model approach.
In presenting a case for your chosen approach you need to clearly outline a set of evaluative criteria that have been applied to make an evaluative judgement. In outlining and applying the criteria ensure that at least three advantages and three disadvantages of the two different approaches have been discussed.
Part B: Then clearly formulate an argument for why one approach (the eclectic or the single model) is more suitable to your country / State or Territory of context. In relation to the selected behaviour management approach and your context consider:
- Behaviour management practices in accordance with your school / system policy and legislation.
- Sustainability – (How do you ensure that the implemented approach continues to run over several years?) Perhaps consider professional development, communication and use of ICT to implement program objectives.
- Inclusion of perspectives of indigenous people in the implementation of your behaviour management approach.
NOTE: Please do not utilise first person. This is an academic essay where your opinions are expressed through the research and theorists work that you refer to in your essay.
References
Adequate materials have been supplied for you to pass the course if you reference your modules, course textbook and readings. If you are striving for more than a pass you are expected to search for or use sources of information other than your course study materials when completing this assignment. You are expected to refer to the behavioural policy relevant to your educational system. You need to use APA referencing style
11 Pages
APA – 17 References
EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNT
$15.00Education Savings Accounts: What are they, how do they work, etc...
6 pages
APA – 5 References
Handbook of Child Psychology – Summary
$21.00Read chapter 10(P571-629) of the handbook and summarize the chapter. The summary should be summarized by each subtitle.
Handbook of Child Psychology by Nancy Eisenberg
7 pages
APA – 1 Reference
Assignment: Activity—Professional Learning Communities
$5.00Assignment: Activity—Professional Learning Communities
Listen to the online presentation:
- Reeves, D. B. (2009, February). Model teachers. ASCD (ascd.org)
Be prepared to discuss the concepts about professional learning communities that are being presented.
1 page
APA – 2 References
What strategies are used to evaluate or measure the effectiveness of professional development activities
$5.00Assignment: Discussion—Evaluating Effectiveness
Cite your work appropriately using APA 6 guidelines.
- What strategies are used to evaluate or measure the effectiveness of professional development activities?
- How do professional development activities relate to student performance, student achievement, and teacher evaluation?
1 Pages
APA 3 References
What professional development training is needed in your school
$5.00Assignment: Discussion—Planning Professional Development
Cite your work appropriately using APA 6 guidelines.
- What professional development training is needed in your school/district?
- What constituencies should be involved in the planning process?
- How would you plan to evaluate a professional development program or activity?
1 pages
APA 3 References
Activity—Funding for Professional Development
$7.00Assignment: Activity—Funding for Professional Development
View the video:
- Why professional development is important for teachers. (2010, March 16). Heinemann Publishing.
Prepare a brief appeal for funding for professional development.
1 Pages
APA 3 References
Improving Teacher Professional Development (PPT)
$12.50PowerPoint Presentation
Using the Online Library, locate and read the article:
- Hill, H. C. (2009). Fixing teacher professional development. Phi Delta Kappan, 90(7), 470–476.
Identify and be prepared to discuss the article as related to your work environment.
13 Slides
APA 2 References
How would you evaluate the credibility of an Internet site that offers legal information
$5.00Online Legal Research
- How would you evaluate the credibility of an Internet site that offers legal information?
- What are the problems that you might encounter if you try to research a legal project from start to finish using only free online materials?
- What effect does the transience of some sites have on Internet legal research and on citing to online sources?
Teacher learning: What matters?
$5.00Does Teacher Learning Matter?
Using the Online Library, locate and read and provide a 1-page synopsis of the article
- Darling-Hammond, L., & Richardson, N. (2009). Teacher learning: What matters? Educational Leadership, 66(5), 46–53.
Be prepared to discuss your review in class.
1 pages
APA 2 References
Implementing a Professional Development Model
$5.00Implementing a Professional Development Model
- Who determines what professional development is needed?
- What role does the district or school administration play in planning for implementing a professional development model?
- What strategies can be used to assess the professional development needs of staff?