HN531 Discussion 3

Needs Assessment: Theoretical Considerations and Approaches to Measurement

1. Examine and define elastic and  elasticity; normative and perceived needs; and expressed and relative  needs. How are they each related to needs and needs assessment?
2. Examine strengths and limitations of  the concept “at-risk” in Chapter 4 of your text. Explain what the  strengths and limitations are of the concept “at-risk” when used in  needs assessment.
3. Examine the use of existing surveys  from the reading in Chapter 5. Explain some of the potential pitfalls  when you use existing surveys to estimate need.
4. Explain the benefits of examining the distribution of need geographically.

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