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. 2017 Feb:60:37-45.
doi: 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2016.08.020. Epub 2016 Sep 13.

A participatory evaluation framework in the establishment and implementation of transdisciplinary collaborative centers for health disparities research

Isabel C Scarinci  1 , Artisha Moore  2 , Regina Benjamin  3 , Selwyn Vickers  2 , James Shikany  2 , Mona Fouad  2
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A participatory evaluation framework in the establishment and implementation of transdisciplinary collaborative centers for health disparities research

Isabel C Scarinci et al. Eval Program Plann. 2017 Feb.

Abstract

Objective: We describe the formulation and implementation of a participatory evaluation plan for three Transdisciplinary Collaborative Centers for Health Disparities Research funded by the National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities.

Methods: Although different in scope of work, all three centers share a common goal of establishing sustainable centers in health disparities science in three priority areas - social determinants of health, men's health research, and health policy research.

Results: The logic model guides the process, impact, and outcome evaluation. Emphasis is placed on process evaluation in order to establish a "blue print" that can guide other efforts as well as assure that activities are being implemented as planned.

Conclusion: We have learned three major lessons in this process: (1) Significant engagement, participation, and commitment of all involved is critical for the evaluation process; (2) Having a "roadmap" (logic model) and "directions" (evaluation worksheets) are instrumental in getting members from different backgrounds to follow the same path; and (3) Participation of the evaluator in the leadership and core meetings facilitates continuous feedback.

Keywords: Evaluation; Frameworks; Health disparities; Transdisciplinary.

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Figure 1. Logic Model – Integration of Key Components Common to All Three Partnerships
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