Introduction to Evaluation

 

Evaluation is the key component of any program that focuses on continuous improvement. Evaluation is used in online education to:

• determine the quality, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of the program and/or course;


• understand the pros and cons of online learning courses or programs; and


• make improvements

 

Most people believe that evaluation occurs after the course has been completed. Wrong! Evaluation occurs:

• Before (needs assessment) to plan


• During (formative evaluation) to make improvements; and


• After (summative evaluation) to determine outcomes.

 

eLearning Resources from eFront Blog Posted on January 31, 2011 by Christopher Pappas