Abstract
Participatory evaluation tools have shown to be effective for program development in various settings, including in higher education. Taking student perspectives into consideration is key for graduate program development, particularly in interdisciplinary programs.The current study utilizes Group Level Assessment (GLA),a participatory program evaluation tool, to evaluate the Biomedical Informatics (BMI) PhD Program at the University of Cincinnati (UC) and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC). The study was conducted two years after the program was established, an appropriate timing to gauge the opinions of current doctoral students as the program grows and develops. The findings show the strengths and identify areas of improvement of the doctoral program, providing an evidence base for administrators and faculty to work collaboratively with students to capitalize on assets and address potential issues.
Recommended Citation
Guy, Batsheva R.. (2020). Participatory Approach to Program Evaluation: Learning from Students and Faculty to Improve Training in Biomedical Informatics. i.e.: inquiry in education: Vol. 12: Iss. 2, Article 12.Retrieved from: https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/ie/vol12/iss2/12