Performance Measurement
Performance measures can be both a program management tool and a means by which to communicate program impact. The following resources will help you understand the Corporation’s performance measurement requirements, and learn more about performance measurement terms, logic models, indicators, data collection, methods, reporting results, and the elements of a performance measurement plan.
- CNCS Priorities and Performance Measures
CNCS’ Performance Measurement framework provides a common focal point for CNCS’ work across all programs and initiatives. Every CNCS Program, including AmeriCorps State and National, AmeriCorps VISTA, AmeriCorps NCCC and Senior Corps, will contribute to the Priority Measures in 2012. - Outcomes and Performance Measurement for Tutoring Programs (PDF)
Online Course
- Performance Measurement Self-Assessments for Senior Corps Programs (test your knowledge of performance measurement)
Effective Practices
- Collecting data for performance measurement: general guidelines
- Choosing off-the-shelf performance measurement instruments
- Using pre- and post-test methods to measure program outcome
- Using surveys with scaled response options to yield high-quality data
- Analyzing quantitative data from program beneficiaries
- Using qualitative data to add value to performance measurement
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