Outcome Evaluation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-019935",
  "term": "Outcome Evaluation",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. This form of evaluation assesses the extent to which a program achieves its outcome-oriented objectives. It focuses on outputs and outcomes (including unintended effects) to judge program effectiveness but may also assess program process to understand how outcomes are produced.\n\n2. Measurement of the extent to which a program achieves its outcome-oriented objectives. It measures outputs and outcomes (including unintended effects) to judge program effectiveness but may also assess program process to understand how outcomes are produced. (GAO, Definitions 1998, p. 5)",
  "subject": "Policy and guidance",
  "references": [
    "Program Evaluation Glossary",
    "DOE Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program Evaluation Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/outcome-evaluation/"
}