Key issues in intervention research: a program evaluation perspective

Am J Ind Med. 1996 Apr;29(4):298-302. doi: 10.1002/(SICI)1097-0274(199604)29:4<298::AID-AJIM4>3.0.CO;2-L.

Abstract

Over the last two decades, theory and practice in the field of program evaluation have generated a rich array of concepts and methods for research on the effectiveness of social programs. This paper attempts to summarize the lessons from program evaluation research that might usefully inform intervention research in occupational health and safety.

MeSH terms

  • Causality
  • Humans
  • Models, Statistical
  • Occupational Health*
  • Outcome Assessment, Health Care
  • Program Evaluation* / methods
  • Program Evaluation* / standards
  • Program Evaluation* / statistics & numerical data
  • Research
  • Research Design
  • Social Sciences