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Example of an Educational Evaluation — School-Based Reading Intervention Evaluation Title: Evaluation of a School-Based Reading Intervention for Grade 7 Students Purpose
To determine whether a targeted reading intervention improves students’ reading comprehension and engagement over one academic quarter.
✅ Evaluation Outline
1. Objectives
Measure changes in reading comprehension before and after the intervention
Assess student engagement with reading tasks
Identify which components of the intervention are most effective
2. Data Sources
Pre‑ and post‑tests on reading comprehension
Student reading logs documenting time spent and types of texts read
Teacher observations using a structured rubric
Student surveys on motivation and confidence
Focus group interviews with selected students
3. Methods
Quantitative analysis of test score gains
Qualitative coding of student reflections and teacher observations
Comparison of engagement patterns across different groups
Triangulation of data to ensure validity
✅ Strengths of This Evaluation
Multiple data sources provide a holistic picture of learning
Combination of quantitative and qualitative evidence captures both performance and experience
Focus on growth, not just final outcomes
Actionable insights for teachers to refine instruction
⚠️ Weaknesses / Limitations
Time‑intensive for teachers to collect and analyze data
Student self‑reports may be inconsistent
Short evaluation period may not capture long‑term effects
Results may not generalize to other grade levels or contexts
✅ Overall Insight
This evaluation design supports a balanced, evidence‑based understanding of how a reading intervention affects learners. It values both measurable outcomes and the lived experiences of students—making it useful for improving practice while remaining grounded in real classroom realities.

