by Abraham Wandersman (Author), Abraham Wandersman (Author), David Fetterman (Author), Shakeh Kaftarian (Author)
Empowerment evaluation - a method for using evaluation concepts, techniques and findings to foster improvement and self-determination - is the focus of this book. After an examination of the method as it has been adopted in academic and foundation settings, the book looks at the various contexts in which empowerment evaluation is conducted, ranging from resistant environments to responsive environments. Critical concerns in empowerment evaluation, such as the role of empowerment theory and multiple levels of empowerment from individual to societal, are then discussed. The book also provides tools and technical assistance needed to conduct empowerment evaluation. The concluding section of the book serves to strengthen the links between empowerment evaluation and community-capacity building.
Format: Illustrated
Pages: 424
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Sage Publications, Incorporated
Published: 30 Nov 1995
ISBN 10: 076190025X
ISBN 13: 9780761900252