EDAD 8115 - Evidence, Research and Program Evaluation
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section A02, CRN 42971,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
David Bowlin
Email: dabowlin@ysu.edu
Course Description
8115. Evidence, Research and Program Evaluation. Evidence, Research, and Data in Program Evaluation is designed for practitioners seeking to enhance their understanding of Program Evaluation and Data Mining methods. Students will explore quantitative research design, sampling strategies, initial research category formation, and data coding methods. The course will also utilize statistical tools, such as regression analysis, to demonstrate how data can be collected to form statistically significant conclusions. Throughout the course, students will examine a variety of case studies from the field of education to provide practical applications for the topics covered. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with applied research methods that can be used when engaging with stakeholders or evaluating programs within their own organization. 3 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optional | Designing and Constructing Instruments for Social Research and Evaluation; Colton and Covert 2007 |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|
| 10/19 | Module 1 - Introduction to Data; Instruments and Social Inquiry | |
| 10/26 | Module 2 - Program Evaluation | |
| 11/2 | Module 3 - Measurement and Instrumentation Construction | |
| 11/9 | Module 4 - Application; Development of an Instrument | |
| 11/16 | Module 5 - Instrument Administration | |
| 11/23 | Module 6 - Managing and Reporting Data | |
| 11/30 | Module 7/8 - Final Research Project |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.