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Which evaluation approach compares program outcomes to a similar group that did not receive the intervention?
Answer: Quasi-experimental design
Quasi-experimental designs use comparison groups that were not randomly assigned to measure program impact against a baseline.
What is the primary purpose of a logic model in grant-funded project evaluation?
Answer: To visually map inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes
A logic model provides a visual framework showing how program resources and activities are expected to lead to desired outcomes.
Which metric type measures the direct products or services delivered by a grant-funded program?
Answer: Output metrics
Output metrics quantify the tangible deliverables produced, such as number of people served or workshops conducted.
What does the term 'fidelity of implementation' refer to in project evaluation?
Answer: The degree to which a program is delivered as originally designed
Fidelity of implementation measures how closely the actual program delivery matches the planned program design.
In a grant evaluation plan, what is the purpose of establishing baseline data?
Answer: To provide a starting point for measuring change over time
Baseline data establishes the initial conditions before an intervention so that progress and outcomes can be accurately measured.
Which stakeholder engagement strategy is most effective for ensuring evaluation findings are used for program improvement?
Answer: Involving stakeholders in designing evaluation questions and reviewing results
Engaging stakeholders throughout the evaluation process increases buy-in and the likelihood that findings will inform program decisions.