Programme Evaluation and Treatment Choice
Programme Evaluation and Treatment Choice

Author: Markus Frölich

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 3642557163

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Policy evaluation and programme choice are important tools for informed decision-making, for the administration of active labour market programmes, training programmes, tuition subsidies, rehabilitation programmes etc. Whereas the evaluation of programmes and policies is mainly concerned with an overall assessment of impact, benefits and costs, programme choice considers an optimal allocation of individuals to the programmes. This book surveys potential evaluation strategies for policies with multiple programmes and discusses evaluation and treatment choice in a coherent framework. Recommendations for choosing appropriate evaluation estimators are derived. Furthermore, a semiparametric estimator of optimal treatment choice is developed to assist in the optimal allocation of participants.

Public Program Evaluation
Public Program Evaluation

Author: Laura Langbein

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-07-08

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 1315497875

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First Published in 2007. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company.

Public Program Evaluation
Public Program Evaluation

Author:

Publisher: M.E. Sharpe

Published:

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9780765635617

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Chapters include: "Performance measurement and benchmarking", "Designing useful surveys for evaluation" and "Defensible program evaluations".

Microeconometric Evaluation of Labour Market Policies
Microeconometric Evaluation of Labour Market Policies

Author: Marco Caliendo

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2006-03-30

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 3540287086

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Provides an overview of the microeconometric evaluation methods for evaluation of labour market and other public policies. This book focuses on the propensity score matching method and gives guidance for its implementation. It uses this method to evaluate the employment effects of job creation schemes on the participating individuals in Germany.

Econometric Evaluation of Socio-Economic Programs
Econometric Evaluation of Socio-Economic Programs

Author: Giovanni Cerulli

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-05-08

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 3662464055

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This book provides advanced theoretical and applied tools for the implementation of modern micro-econometric techniques in evidence-based program evaluation for the social sciences. The author presents a comprehensive toolbox for designing rigorous and effective ex-post program evaluation using the statistical software package Stata. For each method, a statistical presentation is developed, followed by a practical estimation of the treatment effects. By using both real and simulated data, readers will become familiar with evaluation techniques, such as regression-adjustment, matching, difference-in-differences, instrumental-variables and regression-discontinuity-design and are given practical guidelines for selecting and applying suitable methods for specific policy contexts.

Modern Econometric Analysis
Modern Econometric Analysis

Author: Olaf Hübler

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-04-29

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 3540326936

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In this book leading German econometricians in different fields present survey articles of the most important new methods in econometrics. The book gives an overview of the field and it shows progress made in recent years and remaining problems.

Treatment Program Evaluation
Treatment Program Evaluation

Author: Allyson Kelley

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2022-06-01

Total Pages: 205

ISBN-13: 1000589315

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This invaluable text provides a rigorous guide to the assessment and evaluation of treatment programs through a multi-disciplinary, holistic model of care. It highlights issues of race, social justice, and health equity, and offers real-world guidance to effect community healing and transformation. Written by a researcher and experienced evaluator, the book begins by outlining the theories and research which frame our understanding of substance misuse, and upon which treatment programs are based. It then examines the principles which should underpin any evaluation, before detailing the practical various steps required to conduct an evaluation, from data collection to outcome measurement. The book shows, too, through detailed and effective evaluation, policy changes can be made and treatment programs improved. Including practical examples of evaluation and assessment throughout, and also assessing the numerous social systems which can support recovery, the book builds to a four-step public health model for establishing sustainable treatment programs. In an era where substance misuse has reached epidemic proportions in the United States and beyond, this book will be essential reading for anyone involved in public health policy and practice in this important area.

Leadership and Systems Improvement for the DNP
Leadership and Systems Improvement for the DNP

Author: Gail Armstrong, PhD, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, CNE

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2019-08-12

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 082618863X

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Develop the necessary skills to serve as a leader in systems improvement This unique, practical text will help DNP students develop the leadership skills needed to effectively implement and sustain meaningful change in the healthcare system. Presenting improvement methods within the framework of leadership, the book helps students to understand the practical applications of their education. Beyond orienting students to the work of the DNP, the text helps them to understand the scope of practice and how it is related to larger issues and challenges within healthcare. A significant portion of the text is devoted to leadership, particularly from a systems perspective. Using cases and examples, it addresses different ways DNPs can lead in healthcare and elaborates on the types of improvement processes that are initiated by DNPs: translation of EBP and research into practice, process improvement, and program evaluation. The book discusses how improvement is measured and offers several chapters on the DNP project, including its financial implications. PowerPoint slides accompany the text along with an Instructor’s Guide, which provides tips on how instructors can help students assimilate the large body of knowledge required in the DNP program. Key Features: Frames content within the context of leadership Prepares DNPs to serve as leaders of innovation in healthcare Offers an innovative approach to understanding the DNP leader and the DNP project Delivers up-to-date information about improvement work in healthcare systems specific to the needs of DNP students and graduates Includes practical cases and examples Distills resources that faculty and students will return to again and again

Practical Program Evaluation For Criminal Justice
Practical Program Evaluation For Criminal Justice

Author: Gennaro F. Vito

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-05-08

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1455775460

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Practical Program Evaluation for Criminal Justice shows readers how to apply the principles of fiscal responsibility, accountability, and evidence-based practice to criminal justice reform plans. Unlike other policy-based texts, which tend to focus more on implementation than assessment, this book provides applicable, step-by-step instruction on determining an initiative's necessity prior to its adoption (reducing the risk of wasting resources), as well as how to accurately gauge its effectiveness during initial roll-out stages. The book gradually introduces basic data analysis procedures and statistical techniques, which, once mastered, can be used to prove or disprove a program's worth. Lastly, the book introduces the types of stakeholders who should review evaluation results for quick action, as well as how to best structure reports to ensure their buy-in. Individually examines every major evaluation type (as well as the benefits, concerns, and constraints of each), including needs, theory, process, outcome/impact, and cost efficiency Defines the precise data points each evaluation type requires, and the exact manner in which this data can be collected Demonstrates how different types of evaluations can be used together to provide clear information regarding a program's overall performance level Cites and makes use of real-world policy evaluations and vetted programs