Program Evaluation Quiz

What is the primary purpose of program evaluation?

• To ensure strict compliance with regulations

• To eliminate ineffective educational programs

• To systematically assess program effectiveness

• To collect data without analysis

Which of the following best describes formative evaluation?

• Conducted at the end to assess outcomes

• Used solely for accreditation purposes

• A continuous process for program improvement

• A one-time assessment of program failure

What is a key characteristic of summative evaluation?

• It focuses on program planning

• It ensures student participation in decision-making

• It measures overall program effectiveness after implementation

• It is only used in pilot studies

Which theory views an educational program as an interconnected system?

• Reductionism

• Experimental design

• Systems theory

• Independent learning model

What is a key limitation of experimental and quasi-experimental models?

• High external validity

• Low internal validity

• Difficulty in applying them to dynamic educational settings

• They provide immediate results

What is the primary focus of Kirkpatrick’s Four-Level Model?

• Evaluating financial efficiency of programs

• Assessing learner-centered outcomes

• Measuring only short-term learning gains

• Testing instructors' teaching styles

What is a key strength of the Logic Model?

• It assumes unpredictable relationships

• It simplifies educational processes

• It provides a structured approach to program planning

• It focuses only on resource allocation

What does the CIPP Model stand for?

• Context, Implementation, Practice, Progress

• Curriculum, Instruction, Policy, Productivity

• Context, Input, Process, Product

• Concept, Interpretation, Performance, Progress

What is a key limitation of the CIPP model?

• It does not consider program complexity

• It requires multiple data collection methods

• It focuses only on short-term goals

• It is only applicable in healthcare education

Why is defining the purpose and scope crucial in program evaluation?

• It allows flexibility in evaluation methods

• It ensures evaluation aligns with program goals

• It helps eliminate certain stakeholders

• It limits data collection efforts