Testing The Feasibility Of Fidelity Evaluation In A Multisite, Multiprogram Initiative

Authors

Disa Lubker Cornish, University of Northern IowaFollow
Mary E. Losch, University of Northern Iowa, Center for Social and Behavioral ResearchFollow
Mitchell Avery, University of Northern Iowa, Center for Social and Behavioral ResearchFollow

Document Type

Article

Keywords

fidelity monitoring, multisite programming, Process evaluation

Journal/Book/Conference Title

American Journal of Sexuality Education

Volume

11

Issue

2

First Page

138

Last Page

148

Abstract

Monitoring fidelity of implementation is a critical task when initiating evidence-based programs. This pilot study sought to identify best practices in a fidelity monitoring process and determine the feasibility of continuing a fidelity monitoring process with a multisite, multiprogram initiative. A fidelity log was created for each of 11 curricula, and data were entered online directly by educators. Analysis included 173 fidelity logs representing five curricula; qualitative and quantitative data were analyzed. Overall fidelity scores were promising and results indicate that fidelity monitoring in such a large program is feasible and was generally well-received by participants.

Department

Department of Health, Recreation, and Community Services

Original Publication Date

4-2-2016

DOI of published version

10.1080/15546128.2016.1170648

Repository

UNI ScholarWorks, Rod Library, University of Northern Iowa

Language

en

Recommended Citation

Cornish, Disa Lubker; Losch, Mary E.; and Avery, Mitchell, "Testing The Feasibility Of Fidelity Evaluation In A Multisite, Multiprogram Initiative" (2016). Faculty Publications. 1088.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/facpub/1088