Fourth Generation Evaluation

by Egon G. Guba and Yvonna S. Lincoln

Book Overview

Fourth generation evaluation represents a monumental shift in evaluation practice. The authors highlight the inherent problems faced by previous generations of evaluators - politics, ethical dilemmas, imperfections and gaps, inconclusive deductions - and blame reliance on the scientific/positivist paradigm for failure. They show how fourth generation evaluation solves persistent problems in program evaluation, comprehensively describe the differences...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803932359
• ISBN13: 9780803932357
• Release Date: October 1989
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 8.8"

Customer Reviews

Compelling! Profound! Persuasive!

Fourth Generation Evaluation should be read by anyone interested in evaluation!!! Their thought-provoking arguments initiate a dialogue between the reader and the text. By the final chapter, you will (without question) have a more sophisticated understanding of constructivist inquiry and its necessity in the field of evaluation. You will be challenged, provoked, and educated...a great accomplishment for all authors.Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!