 How program evaluators use and learn to use rubrics to make evaluative reasoning explicitKrystin S.R. Martens Evaluation and Program Planning, 2018, vol. 69, issue C, 25-32 Abstract: A rubric is a tool that can support evaluators in a core function of their practice—the process of combining evidence with values to determine merit, worth, or significance—however, little guidance specific to evaluation exists. This study examined, through semi-structured interviews, how a rare group of nine rubric-using seasoned evaluators from across the globe use and learned to use rubrics in their program evaluation practice. Key findings revealed rubrics were a critical component to the practice of these evaluators to make determinations, but also as frameworks to sharpen an evaluation’s focus. Additionally, findings support the notion that there is a paucity of formal channels for learning about rubrics and indicate these early adopters are instead, honing their skills through informal channels such as trial and error and by tapping into a community of practice. Future directions for training and research should include expanding understanding, application, and acceptance of use. Keywords: Rubrics; Evaluation-specific methodology; Program evaluation; Research on evaluation (search for similar items in EconPapers) Downloads: (external link) Related works: Export reference: BibTeX RIS (EndNote, ProCite, RefMan) HTML/Text Persistent link: https://EconPapers.repec.org/RePEc:eee:epplan:v:69:y:2018:i:c:p:25-32 DOI: 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2018.03.006 Access Statistics for this article Evaluation and Program Planning is currently edited by Jonathan A. Morell More articles in Evaluation and Program Planning from Elsevier |
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