Area IV — Conducting Evaluation and Research

15 lessons in this section

We begin Area IV by examining the fundamental differences between evaluation and research. While they share many methods...

This video revisits the logic model from an evaluation perspective. The logic model serves as an anchor for evaluation b...

In this video, we compare formative and process evaluation. Both are used during program development and implementation,...

This video explains the differences between impact and outcome evaluation. Understanding when and how to use each type i...

In this video, we cover experimental study designs, with a focus on randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Experimental de...

This video provides an overview of non-experimental study designs used in health education research. These designs descr...

In this video, we break down the major threats to internal validity in research and evaluation. Internal validity refers...

This video explains threats to external validity — the ability to generalize research findings to other populations, set...

In this video, we review the major sampling methods used in health education research. Choosing the right sampling metho...

This video covers instrument reliability and validity — two critical concepts for evaluating measurement tools in health...

In this video, we explore qualitative data analysis methods used in health education research and evaluation. Qualitativ...

This video introduces descriptive biostatistics — the foundation of data analysis in health education. We cover the key ...

In this video, we cover inferential statistics and hypothesis testing. These methods allow researchers to draw conclusio...

This video helps you choose the right statistical test for different research scenarios. Knowing which test to use is a ...

This video wraps up Area IV with a summary of key formulas, concepts, and evaluation principles. Use this as a review to...