Some characteristics of moral problems in evaluation practice

Nick L. Smith

doi:10.1016/0149-7189(85)90015-1

Some characteristics of moral problems in evaluation practice

Nick L. Smith

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Abstract

In order to understand better the nature of moral problems in evaluation, an actual incident from evaluation practice is examined. Based on the incident, six characteristics of moral problems are identified and briefly discussed. The types of research needed on moral aspects of evaluation practice are presented, and ways in which the evaluation profession can aid practitioners in dealing with moral problems are outlined.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	5-11
Number of pages	7
Journal	Evaluation and Program Planning
Volume	8
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/0149-7189(85)90015-1
State	Published - 1985

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Business and International Management
Social Psychology
Geography, Planning and Development
Strategy and Management
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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