When Using Official Records Gathered Over a Period of Years

question 17

Multiple Choice

When using official records gathered over a period of years, evaluators must be wary of

• A) the inter-rater reliability of records.
• B) program participants who refuse to cooperate with the evaluation.
• C) threat to insecure program managers.
• D) changes in the definitions of the variables.

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Definitions:

Mission Analysis

A methodical assessment conducted to understand the necessary actions, resources, and constraints to accomplish a specific mission or objective.

Learning Rates

The speed or degree at which an individual or group acquires new knowledge, skills, or behaviors through experience or instruction.

Edmondson

might refer to Amy Edmondson, known for her work on teaming, psychological safety, and organizational learning, though without additional context, the specific reference is unclear.

Hackman

Refers typically to J. Richard Hackman, a psychologist known for his work on team dynamics, leadership, and organizational behavior.