1. Welcome to EDP/EPE 660
Kelly Bradley, Ph.D.

2. Hello… I am Name? Current Position? Favorite thing about the program?
Question about the class?
Fun fact?

3. Course Purpose This course is the study of evaluation. We will cover
Basic principles of evaluation
Utilization of research and evaluation in practical situations
Design and measurement
Theoretical
Philosophical
Jurisdictional
All framed within the context of:
(1) evaluation, (2) assessment, (3) measurement, (4) statistics
Main Goal of Research – Methods courses is to improve and expand reasoning and critical thinking skills.

4. Course Assignments Class Participation: 5% Article Critiques: 10% each
Statistical Interpretation: 15%
Measurement Critique: 15%
Class Journal: 10%
Evaluation Plan: 15%
Course Questions: 20%

5. Some words of encouragement
Stay up to date with the reading
Stay on top of the application revisit it
Form study/work groups
If you have questions, ask
If you need help, get it… I will support your efforts

6. Good Luck… Enjoy the exploration!