Program Evaluation in Research Methods for Social Work (MSW)

Question 1

Which evaluation design involves comparing a group that receives an intervention with a group that does not?

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Experimental Design

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Quasi-Experimental Design

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Time Series Design

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Single-Subject Design

Question 2

Which data collection method involves gathering qualitative data through open-ended questions and observations?

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Interviews

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Surveys

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Focus groups

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Document analysis

Question 3

What is the main purpose of a needs assessment?

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To identify and prioritize unmet needs

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To evaluate the effectiveness of a program

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To develop a theory of change

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To secure funding for a program

Question 4

Which type of evaluation design is most appropriate for evaluating the impact of a program that has been implemented for several years?

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Time Series Design

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Pre-test/Post-test Control Group Design

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Quasi-Experimental Design

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Single-Subject Design

Question 5

What is the main difference between reliability and validity in research?

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Reliability refers to the consistency of a measure, while validity refers to the accuracy of a measure.

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Validity refers to the consistency of a measure, while reliability refers to the accuracy of a measure.

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Reliability and validity are the same concept.

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Reliability is more important than validity.

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a secondary data source?

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Government reports

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Original research studies

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Participant interviews

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Observation notes

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of program evaluation in social work?

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Anonymity

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Objectivity

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Utility

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Feasibility

Question 8

The primary purpose of a process evaluation is to:

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Identify areas for improvement within a program's implementation

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Assess the impact of a program on beneficiaries

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Determine the cost-effectiveness of a program

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Measure the long-term outcomes of a program

Question 9

Which of the following methods of data collection is classified as quantitative?

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Structured interviews with closed-ended questions

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Unstructured focus groups

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Participant observation with field notes

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Document analysis of qualitative data

Question 10

The distinction between formative and summative evaluation lies primarily in:

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Formative evaluation focuses on ongoing program development, while summative evaluation assesses outcomes after implementation

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Summative evaluation is more rigorous and comprehensive than formative evaluation

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Formative evaluation is only suitable for small-scale programs

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There is no meaningful difference between formative and summative evaluation

Question 11

Which of the following is not a recognized type of program evaluation?

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Financial audit

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Process evaluation

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Impact evaluation

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Needs assessment

Question 12

Which evaluation design involves comparing a group receiving the program to a group that does not?

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Experimental design

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Quasi-experimental design

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Non-experimental design

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Mixed-methods design

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of process evaluation?

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Documenting how a program is implemented

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Assessing the effectiveness of a program

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Determining the cost-effectiveness of a program

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Evaluating the long-term impact of a program

Question 14

What is the main objective of summative evaluation?

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To provide final conclusions about a program's effectiveness

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To provide ongoing feedback to improve a program

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To identify areas for potential improvement

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To determine the feasibility of implementing a program

Question 15

Which of the following is not a primary purpose of program evaluation in social work?

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Advocating for program continuation or expansion

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Assessing the effectiveness of a program

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Providing accountability to stakeholders

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Identifying areas for improvement

Question 16

Which of the following is a prevalent difficulty encountered in program evaluation?

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All of the mentioned challenges

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Identifying suitable outcome measurements

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Recruiting and retaining participants

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Interpreting evaluation outcomes

Question 17

What is a primary advantage of using a qualitative approach in program evaluation?

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All of the advantages listed

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Gaining a thorough understanding of participants' experiences

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Examining multifaceted issues

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Informing program development and improvement

Question 18

Which element is fundamental to stakeholder analysis?

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All of the mentioned components

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Identifying stakeholders

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Comprehending their interests

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Assessing their influence

Question 19

Which principle is central to utilization-focused evaluation?

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All of the stated principles

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Involving stakeholders in the evaluation process

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Emphasizing the practical use of evaluation findings

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Empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions

Question 20

Which of the following is **not** a primary purpose of program evaluation?

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To punish or reward programs

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To provide accountability to stakeholders

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To improve program effectiveness

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To determine program impact

Question 21

Which type of evaluation design is characterized by the random assignment of participants to the program and control groups?

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Experimental design

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Quasi-experimental design

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Longitudinal design

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Non-experimental design

Question 22

Which data collection method is most suitable for gathering rich and in-depth information about program participants' experiences?

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Interviews

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Document review

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Surveys

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Observation

Question 23

Which of the following ethical principles should be **always** considered when conducting program evaluations?

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Informed consent, confidentiality, respect for participants

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Cost-effectiveness, timeliness, relevance

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Accuracy, objectivity, validity

Question 24

Which of the following is a **crucial** step in the evaluation planning process?

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Defining the evaluation question

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Collecting data

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Analyzing data

Question 25

Which of the following is a **key** benefit of using a participatory approach to program evaluation?

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Increased stakeholder buy-in

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Faster implementation

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Higher data quality

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Reduced costs

Question 26

Which of the following is a **recommended** practice for writing evaluation reports?

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Use clear and concise language.

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Include unnecessary jargon

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Focus on negative findings

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Avoid making recommendations