Stephen J. Sills, PhD Evaluation Research

An Exploration of the Success Case Method in Program Evaluation

The Success Case Method (SCM) is a qualitative and evaluative research approach that focuses on identifying and understanding the best examples of successful outcomes in a given context. The SCM, developed by Robert O. Brinkerhoff, is a useful tool for evaluating the effectiveness of programs, interventions, or strategies in organizations and other settings. The SCM … Continue reading An Exploration of the Success Case Method in Program Evaluation

Stephen J. Sills, PhD Evaluation Research

Decoding Results-Based Accountability: An Analytical Insight into Mark Friedman’s Influential Framework and Its Application in Public and Nonprofit Sectors

Results-Based Accountability (RBA), also known as Outcomes-Based Accountability, is a data-driven decision-making framework that aims to improve the performance of services, programs, and communities. It was conceived and developed by Mark Friedman, a renowned social policy analyst and author, to measure the performance of services within the public and nonprofit sectors. His book, "Trying Hard … Continue reading Decoding Results-Based Accountability: An Analytical Insight into Mark Friedman’s Influential Framework and Its Application in Public and Nonprofit Sectors