The promise and risks of using program theory -- The essence of program theory overview how program theory works -- Variations of program theory over time overview -- Common myths and traps overview -- Scoping intended uses of program theory -- The nature of the situation and the intervention overview
Summary
Between good intentions and great results lies a program theory-not just a list of tasks but a vision of what needs to happen, and how. Now widely used in government and not-for-profit organizations, program theory provides a coherent picture of how change occurs and how to improve performance. Purposeful Program Theory shows how to develop, represent, and use program theory thoughtfully and strategically to suit your particular situation, drawing on the fifty-year history of program theory and the authors' experiences over more than twenty-five years. "From needs assessment to intervention
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 519-536) and index
