Program Evaluation

3 credits

Introduction to organizational, methodological and professional issues involved in evaluating programs in government and non-government organizations that deal with justice issues. This course offers a practical understanding of the evaluation process, including identification of key evaluation questions, program logics, measurement, research design, and qualitative evaluation. ***Prerequisite: Completion of 60 credit hours including CRIM 090 or JS 090, CRIM 101 or JS 100, CRIM 289 or JS 291, one CRIM or JS 300-level course, and an additional five CRIM or JS courses; or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of CRIM 415 or JS 415.*