FCS 5470
Evaluations in Family and Consumer Sciences
Syllabus

| text | objectives | evaluation | grading scale | information | schedule |


Instructor: Dr. Jeanne Snyder Office:  Klehm Room 2056
Telephone: 581-7843 Office Hours: Posted
e-mail:  jrsnyder@eiu.edu Class web site:  http://www.eiu.edu/~jsnyder

Course Description:

The evaluation process, critique and design of evaluation systems and instruments
Text:
    On Reserve:
    Spitz, H., & Griggs, M., Choosing Evaluation Techniques; Lowe, V., & Howell, L., How Do We Know They Know: Alternative Assessments in Home Economics, plus CURRENT RESEARCH and other selected readings.
    Textbook:
Posavac, E.J., & Raymond, G.C., (2003) Program Evaluation Methods and Case Studies (6th Ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Course Objectives:

1.    Describe several evaluation models used in the FCS discipline.
2.    Develop, implement, report findings, and evaluate an evaluation plan by incorporating current evaluation research.
3.    Discuss how evaluation results can be used in public policy formation.
4.    Differentiate among the major types fo evaluation design.
5.    Compare and contrast evaluation and research.
6.    Demonstrate skill in critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork.

Course Assignments/Evaluations:

1.  Attendance
2.  Two Examinations
3.  Evaluation Project
4.  Presentation
5.  Other Written Assignments

Grading Scale: Based on total possible points

A = 90 – 100%
B = 80 – 89%
C = 70 – 79%
D = 60 – 69%
F = below 60%
Mid-Term  100
Final  100
Evaluation Project 140
 Presentation  140
                Total
 480

General Information:

  1. Disabilities Services: If you have a documented disability and wish to discuss accommodations, please contact the Office of Disability Services at 581-6583.
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School of Family and Consumer Sciences
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