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Unit Overview

Description

This unit focuses on developing knowledge and skills in program evaluation.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationMode
Not available in 2024OnlineOnline flexible
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) describe a range of evaluation models and frameworks; (2) articulate the evaluation processes; (3) apply evaluation processes to an existing health-related program; and (4) disseminate through discussion and presentation with peers and professional colleagues.

Assessment

This comprises three assignments—a critique of an evaluation case, an evaluation plan (includes evaluation report proforma), and a paper incorporating relevant discussion postings, e-poster and a presentation). There are no formal examinations in this unit.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Diana Jonas-Dwyer
Unit rules
Prerequisites
IMED5801 Principles of Teaching and Learning (may be taken concurrently as a corequisite)
Advisable prior study
IMED5802 Principles of Assessment and Evaluation
Approved quota: 10
Note
Enrolled students can access unit material via the LMS (Learning Management System).
Text

Owen, J. M. Program Evaluation: Forms and Approaches, 3rd edn: Allen & Unwin 2006

Selected readings are provided.

  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.