A Major Disadvantage of Using Program Records in Program Evaluation

question 24

Multiple Choice

A major disadvantage of using program records in program evaluation is:

• A) records were not designed for evaluation purposes.
• B) measurement processes will not affect the program participants.
• C) there can be no attrition of respondents who are willing to provide data.
• D) another evaluator can examine the records independently from the original evaluator.

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Definitions:

Achilles Heel

A metaphor for a person's weak point or vulnerability, originating from the Greek mythology of Achilles.

Deep Tendon Reflexes

Involuntary contractions of muscles in response to a sudden stretch, often tested during neurological examinations.

Scale

A device or system used for measuring weight or mass; can also refer to the scope or level of something.

Hyperactive Reflexes

An increased reflex response that may indicate an underlying nervous system disorder.