2.3 Section Summary

What have we learned so far?

An evaluation plan is an important guide in ensuring that your evaluation goes smoothly while yielding useful results. While the steps outlined here can guide you in developing a strong plan this is not a static process. It can be customized to suit your needs and as your mental health and addictions program or service evolves on campus so will your evaluation plan. Consider your plan a living document that aims to support your ongoing evaluation goals.

Section 2 Summary Quiz

1. What are some questions that can help determine readiness to conduct an evaluation?*
(check all that apply)
- a.) Is there someone to lead the evaluation?
- b.) Is there time to do evaluation activities?
- c.) Will there be ice cream for everyone after the evaluation?
- d.) Is there a budget for the evaluation work?
2. TRUE or FALSE: Output and Outcome are two words used to describe the same thing*
- True
- False
3. TRUE or FALSE: Counting the # people who access a service is a qualitative measure*
- True
- False
4. What are some common data collection methods?*
(check all that apply)
- a.) Surveys (in person, over the phone or online)
- b.) Focus groups
- c.) Review of Service Logs
- d.) Appealing to people on YouTube
5. TRUE or FALSE: Logic models are an essential part of developing your evaluation plan*
- True
- False
6. Consider the program goal below. What is okay about it, what is incorrect?

“The Sore Lake College’s Students Services Psychosocial Support Program will offer training, information and referrals so that students achieve their dream”
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