CNSL 6800 Research and Program Evaluation

This course examines the major modes of inquiry in counseling research including experimental, casual comparative, descriptive, qualitative inquiry, and action research models. Statistical concepts, including scales of measurement, measures of central tendency, indices of variability, shapes and types of distributions, and correlations, reliability, and validity in the use of assessments.

Registration Name

Research & Program Evaluation

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Offered

Online: Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will:

1. Recognize the importance of research in advancing the counseling profession, including the use of research to inform counseling practice.
2. Identify and evaluate the evidence base for counseling theories, interventions, and practices.
3. Understand qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research designs.
4. Implement practice-based and action research methods.
5. Apply statistical tests used in conducting research and program evaluation.
6. Analyze analysis and use of data in research.
7. Utilize use of research methods and procedures to evaluate counseling interventions.
8. Design and implement program evaluation procedures, including needs assessments, formative assessments, and summative assessments to inform decision-making and advocacy.
9. Develop culturally sustaining and developmentally relevant outcome measures for counseling services.
10. Address ethical and legal considerations relevant to conducting, interpreting, and reporting the results of research and program evaluation.
11. Implement culturally sustaining and developmentally responsive strategies for conducting, interpreting, and reporting the results of research and program evaluation.