2021-2022 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

SOSC 385 - Needs Assessment, Program Development and Evaluation


Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisites: COMP 202  and SOSC 450  

This course provides students with a practical approach to needs assessment, program development, and evaluation.  Students are introduced to needs assessment, program development, and evaluation not only as a means for addressing performance related questions, but also as a mechanism for exposing the underlying logic of existing programs and program activities.  This is an invaluable tool for identifying appropriate intervention activities and measuring the effectiveness of these once implemented.  A major focus throughout this course is a strategy of continuous program improvement rather than just a summative approach to program effectiveness.  The approaches highlighted in this course are based on social science research methodologies, professional standards and best practice.