Evaluation & Assessment
The evaluation team from Miami (Ohio) University worked with PI’s, faculty and staff
to develop and administer pre-tests and post-tests. The purpose of the pre-test and
post-tests were to assess the knowledge level of students participating in the program,
as well as evaluate their educational experiences in the program. The evaluator findings
have resulted in the reevaluation of system improvements. An overview of the project’s
evaluation plan can be found in the following document: (CSCC Final 2015-2016 Evaluation Report)
Miami University of Ohio Evaluation Team
Leading the evaluation in partnership with the PI is be Dr. Robert Seufert, Director,
Applied Research Center. Dr. Seufert has extensive broad experience as an external
evaluator, but also extensive specific experience within the NSF ATE community. He
holds a doctorate degree in Sociology and Public Policy from University of Cincinnati.
Dr. Seufert is the founder of The Applied Research Center (ARC) of Miami University
in 1978 as a center for policy research and analysis. In 1985, Academic Challenge
funds from the Ohio Board of Regents helped the ARC expand to become an important
research resource serving the strategic planning needs of Ohio and its counties, cities,
and local communities. The ARC has completed large-scale research projects beyond
Ohio’s borders, including other states and larger regions of the nation.