Realist Evaluation in Practice: Health and Social Work
Evaluation Journal of AustralasiaPublished 1 March 2007
Eric Weir, Mansoor A.F. Kazi
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SNIP0.57
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This chapter discusses the development of Realism for Practice, and the use of Interpretivist Research Methods in Realist Evaluation.
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Introduction Contemporary Paradigms in Practice Evaluation The Realist Paradigm in Evaluation Use of Interpretivist Research Methods in Realist Evaluation Quantitative Sub-Group Analysis Evaluation of Family Centres Quantitative Sub-Group Analysis Evaluation of an Adult Rehabilitation Unit Implementing the Realist Effectiveness Cycle Evaluation of NSPCC's Shield Project Conclusion The Development of Realism for Practice
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