Evaluating AOD projects and programs

Abstract

Evaluation is an important component of any workforce development intervention or program initiated in the workplace. Many of the principles and practices described in this chapter may be useful for the evaluation (and continuous improvement) of workforce development initiatives such as: - implementing a new performance appraisal system - conducting a clinical supervision or mentoring program - developing a stress management program - implementing a professional development program - engaging in an organisational change initiative. Evaluation is the systematic assessment of the process and/or outcomes of a project or program, compared to a set of explicit or implicit standardes. The findings from an evaluationc an be used to contribute to the improvement of a project or program.