UMASS: External Evaluation for Natl Coordinating Ctr Exp 9/30/17
Project Description:
1. Conduct formative evaluation of the Think College NCC which will include, among other tasks:
a. collection of client satisfaction data from stakeholders;
b. Website analytics;
c. quarterly presentation of formative findings to NCC team to reflect on assessment of progress;
d. annual review with CC team of Coordinating Center Logic Model;
2. Address summative evaluation questions looking at the impact of the CC in its three major areas of: knowledge development and implementation of an enhanced evaluation protocol, provision of technical assistance for TPSIDs and dissemination of evidence-based practices to all PSE initiatives, and leadership and coordination. The summative evaluation will include, among other tasks:
a. development or identification of objective performance measures of intended outcomes; summative data collection;
b. development of site visit protocol
c. site visits as appropriate to collect data on technical assistance to TPSID projects;
d. identification of effective NCC activities suitable for replication
3. Attend NCC staff meetings as requested; and
4. Submit written report annually on a date to be agreed on with CC PIs. The report will include a summary of formative findings as well as summative findings relevant for each year.
Keyword(s):
Evaluation, Think College
Core Function(s):
Performing Research or Evaluation
Area of Emphasis
Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Adults with Disabilities
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
None
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
National
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
