Evaluating Civic Youth Work: Illustrative Evaluation Designs and Methodologies for Complex Youth Program Evaluations

Author: Ross VeLure Roholt (Editor)

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Publication Date: June 26, 2018

ISBN-13: 978-0190883850

This book explores the evaluation of youth civic engagement efforts, a critical aspect of modern social practice. With the global spread of civic engagement methodologies and the recognition of young people’s rights through the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, this area has seen significant growth. However, as these practices are disseminated, they require rigorous assessment to satisfy funders, stakeholders, and participants.

The book is unique in its approach, combining insights from experienced evaluators, evaluation and youth civic engagement scholars, and civic youth workers. It uses the US Center for Disease Control’s framework for evaluation process to address issues that arise when designing evaluations of youth civic engagement practices. Through case studies contributed by professionals, it delves into each stage of the evaluation process, providing clear guidance on how to design a robust, rigorous, and responsive evaluation.

For those new to or intermediate in evaluation work, the final chapters offer straightforward advice on beginning and conducting evaluation studies effectively. This comprehensive guide is essential reading for anyone involved in evaluating youth civic engagement initiatives and programs.