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Purposeful Evaluation

A Practical Guide to Design, Development and Delivery
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Purposeful Evaluation offers a practical guide for those transitioning from research to systematic evaluation. With the growing demand for reliable evaluation across government, charities, and other institutions, many new evaluators lack necessary knowledge and skills. This book addresses those gaps, offering step-by-step guidance on designing and... Read More
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Purposeful Evaluation

With real-world case studies and practical tools, this book offers straightforward advice on overcoming common challenges and delivering effective, fit-for-purpose evaluations across public, academic and voluntary sectors.

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Purposeful Evaluation offers a practical guide for those transitioning from research to systematic evaluation.

With the growing demand for reliable evaluation across government, charities, and other institutions, many new evaluators lack necessary knowledge and skills. This book addresses those gaps, offering step-by-step guidance on designing and delivering fit-for-purpose evaluations to maximise their use and utility.

Taking a holistic approach to the evaluation journey, it covers key challenges such as engaging stakeholders, managing expectations, and handling resource pressures.

With real-world case studies and practical tools, this is an essential resource for practitioners across public, academic, and voluntary sectors.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781447376132

Publisher: Bristol University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 November 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Policy Press

Illustration: Not illustrated

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 348

About the Author

David Parsons is a programme evaluator with over 30 years’ experience of independent public policy analysis in the UK, Europe and internationally. He is also Visiting Professor at Leeds Beckett University, Principal Consultant at P&A Research and Consulting, and Programme Lead for evaluation practitioner training at the UK’s Social Research Association.

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