The Program Hypothesis Forms the Basis for Setting the Goals

question 14

Essay

The program hypothesis forms the basis for setting the goals and objectives from the program design. That allows the program planner to begin the framework for the program evaluation. Discuss and illustrate the steps a planner would take to move from the program hypothesis to goals and objectives and a framework for evaluation of a social problem of your choice.

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