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Putting
Evaluation
to Work
EvaluACTION is designed to walk you through the process of putting together an evaluation plan. It lays out each step of program evaluation and things to consider as you plan and conduct your evaluation.
Download the Evaluation Plan Template so that you can build a plan as you move through the steps of the evaluation framework.
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Get Started with EvaluACTION
While EvaluACTION is organized by the following steps, you do not necessarily have to follow each component in order.
CDC Framework for Evaluation Steps
CDC framework for evaluation steps cycle graphic represents the steps and standards. The standards are utility, feasibility, propriety, and accuracy. The steps are "Engage Stakeholders", "Describe the Program", "Focus Evaluation Design", "Gather Credible Evidence", "Justify conclusions", and "Use and Share Lessons Learned".
Effective program evaluation improves and accounts for public health actions through systematic procedures that are useful, feasible, ethical, and accurate.
CDC's Framework for Evaluation in Public Health is a tool designed to summarize and organize essential elements of program evaluation. It encourages a practical approach to evaluation that can be integrated with your routine program operations.
Adhering to the steps and standards (utility, feasibility, propriety, and accuracy) of this framework will allow you to understand your program’s context and help you develop and conduct effective program evaluations.
Keep an eye out for these icons throughout the site:
TOOLS
Build upon the guidance in each section and can be downloaded for use.
TIP SHEETS
Elaborate on specific topics mentioned in each section. These short documents can be downloaded for reference.
LINKS
Connections to relevant websites or tools that may be useful.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Tips for learning how to engage stakeholders at each step.
These resources provide additional information and exercises to help you complete your evaluation plan.