Tobacco Technical Assistance Consortium Fundementals of Evaluation Web Based Course

Introduction
Many public health programs do tremendous work, yet do not have their accomplishments fully recognized by the public, by other health professionals, or even by the people who benefit from the programs. Why?Because programs lack data to demonstrate their success.

So what can you do about it?Evaluate! Create an opportunity to show funders, local leaders, supporters, the public, and staff your program’s accomplishments. Evaluation results can not only make the case for funding, but can also keep a program on course to meet its goals efficiently and effectively.

TTAC can help.TTAC presents its Fundamentals of Evaluation Web-based Course - an interactive, distance-learning program designed to cover the core concepts of evaluation. The information provided will help you understand the importance of evaluating a program, what to expect from your evaluation efforts, and what is involved in program evaluation from planning to reporting results. As you progress through the course, you will have access to valuable resources and evaluation experts who will provide feedback during the learning process.

Who should take this course?YOU! The workshop is designed for public health workers with a desire or need to gain a better understanding of evaluation and evaluation planning. Whether you will be completing an evaluation, planning one, assisting with an evaluation, or choosing an evaluator, it is valuable to understand the Fundamentals of Evaluation.

When? Fundamentals of Evaluation starts September 2, 2008. The course continues for 12 weeks and concludes November 21, 2008. The course contains 7 modules; each module is covered in two weeks and requires a commitment of between 3 and 5 hours for learning activities.

A web-based course? This web-based program is an interactive experience involving lessons with visual aids, group discussion, self-assessments, and individual learning activities designed to apply the concepts covered in each module. Because web-based learning may be a new method of learning for the user, the first module focuses on navigating the online learning environment.

Registration fee is $500.

Register now and begin your journey to understanding and applying the Fundamentals of Evaluation.