Science and society; Stem cells Research; Global warming; Science and religion; Evolution; Social research
Dr. Alan Leshner discusses the role of science and scientists in major social issues, such as religion, evolution, stem cell research, global warming, and political agendas. He suggests that it is important for scientists not only to educate the...
Evaluation; Social sciences; South Africa; Malaysia
Dr. Ross Conner, President of the Board of the International Organization for Cooperation in Evaluation, in his Keynote Address discusses IOCE’s commitment to building a worldwide evaluation community. Dr. Conner gives a brief history and...
In this talk Dr June Tangney (George Mason University) will relate her findings regarding questions such as how do we reduce recidivism after release from prison and how do we discourage substance abuse and HIV risk behavior among one of the most...
Evaluation; Policy and research series; Social sciences; Rand Corporation; Development; Politics and policy making
In his presentation Dr. Klitgaard provides the history of evaluation and policy analysis that evolved through three generations since WWII. By listing examples and tools used for evaluations he aims to facilitate future evaluation research that...
This is a reaction panel to the first half of this symposium. The members are, Hallie Preskill (panel chair, Claremont Graduate University), Christina A. Christie (Facilitator); Michael Scriven (Western Michgan University), Jennifer Greene...
Evaluation, many argue, must be inclusive in order to gain traction and credibility with stakeholders. It must also take into account its cultural context. In a unique event, Dr. Rita O'Sullivan (University of North Carolina), and Dr. Michelle...
A reaction panel discussion about presentations from the second half of this symposium, which were primarily focused on collecting credible evidence in evaluation using non-experimental approaches. The panel is composed of Stewart I. Donaldson...
In this talk, Dr. Avey discusses psychological capital, and how it relates to current organizational practices. The case is made for discussing psychological capital as a core construct, existing at the center of efficacy, hope, optimism, and...
This talk reviews a research program that has produced ten evidence-based principles for how to use both words and pictures to promote learning. Dr. Mayer focuses on the determination of both how people learn (i.e., the science of learning) and...
