Introduction
Extension and evaluation both center on getting useful information to people - Michael Quinn Patton, Journal of Extension, 1983
Welcome to Extension Evaluation Matters (or E2M). The name, E2M, has a double meaning. This e-fieldbook is a resource for all Extension professionals about the matters of Extension evaluation, such as planning and implementing an evaluation project. It is also to emphasize that evaluation matters in our work because it is about getting information to people for decision-making. Resources have been specifically chosen that can be put to work in your program right away. The e-fieldbook has three chapters. The first chapter is about standards and competencies in the practice of evaluation. The foundation of all evaluation practice is built upon ethical standards, integrity and honesty, and respect for people. The second chapter concerns evaluation planning–how to make sure you are clear about your purpose and the information you need. The third chapter is about evaluation implementation when we get to collect and analyze data and answer our evaluation questions.
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