Discussion 4

The Logic Model: A Tool for Incorporating Theory in Development and Evaluation of Programs.

Authors: Savaya, Riki

1 [email protected]

Waysman, Mark 2

Source: Administration in Social Work. 2005, Vol. 29 Issue 2, p85-104. 20p.

Document Type: Article

Abstract:

The role of program theory in developing, operating and evaluating programs is gaining increased emphasis in recent years. A clear grasp of a program' s theory can contribute to the successful performance of many important developmental and evaluative tasks along its life span. Although there is growing recognition of the importance of program theory in the development and evaluation of programs, it should be noted that this is not a simple task. Programs are often complex, comprising many different types of interlinking components. What is needed is a relatively simple instrument that can help the practitioner explicate and present program theory, by guiding and structuring the process. The logic model is such a tool, whose purpose is to describe and articulate program theory. Drawing upon examples from the authors' [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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A u t h o r A f f i l i a t i o n s :

1 Bob Shapell School of Social Work, Tel Aviv University, Israel,

2 Center for Evaluation of Human Services, Rishon Lezion, Israel.