Spring 2026 SOWK 460w Week 04 - Using Qualitative and Mixed Methods Designs

A presentation at Heritage University in February 2026 by Jacob Campbell and is tagged with Heritage University, BASW Program, SOWK 460w

Text on a presentation slide indicates 'USING QUALITATIVE & MIXED METHODS DESIGNS.' A stylized eyeglasses graphic contains 'Program Evaluation Design.' Below, details read 'Jacob Campbell, Ph.D. LICSW at Heritage University, SOWK 460w Spring 2026.'

The slide titled 'Plan for Week Four' lists the agenda and learning objectives for a program design class. Topics include methodologies, qualitative research, and evaluation. Instructor: Jacob Campbell, Heritage University.

Text slide with 'WHY QUALITATIVE DESIGN METHODS' and five points: participant descriptions, in-depth topic exploration, program specifics, research expertise, foundational ideas. Jacob Campbell, Ph.D., LICSW at Heritage University. (Royse, 2022) SOWK 460w Spring 2026.

A tangled string visually represents complexities of qualitative data. Text states qualitative data relates to clinical practices, offers emergent ideas, and includes intersectionality, attributed to various sources. Presentation slide by Jacob Campbell, Ph.D.

Three illustrations depict qualitative research methods: participant observation, in-depth interview, and focus group. Descriptions explain researchers observe, question, and explore participant experiences. Includes text: 'Three Key Qualitative Methods' and references Jacob Campbell.

A person stands speaking on stage, holding a clicker. The slide reads: 'THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY: An Example of Interviews and Grounded Theory.' Link: 'ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability.'

Overview image of study phases with three main sections: Orientation (discussing PAR principles), Entry interviews (developing agendas), and Six co-designed sessions (trauma understanding, self-care, and implementing changes). Includes co-researcher roles (social workers, teachers). Methods include group book study, self-care activities, and exploration. Text: 'OVERVIEW OF STUDY PHASES' '1. Orientation: discussing PAR, its values, tenets, principles, practices, and processes' '2. Entry interviews: Co-researcher voice in developing agendas and describing needs' '3. Six co-designed sessions: Understand how trauma impacts students... Develop a tool or recommendation for how other school staff could create similar growth in other schools'6 Co-Researchers: 3 School Social Workers, 2 Behavior Interventionist Teachers, 1 Para Educator'Embed in dialogues' with icons for group book study, self-care activity, exploration, reflection, and action.

Diagram illustrates strategies and themes for building a trauma-informed PLC, highlighting learning approaches and thematic goals. Notable elements include self-care, resilience, understanding trauma, and promoting systematic changes. (Campbell, 2023)

A table lists observations of a student's behavior during different classes, including activity, behavior, and consequences. It highlights language arts, small group math, PE, and math on specific dates.Text includes: - 'QUALITATIVE DESIGNS'- 'OBSERVATIONS'- 'ABC Notes'- 'Student: Harold, Grade: 9th'- 'Jacob Campbell, Ph.D. LICSW at Heritage University'- 'Example of ABC Data'- 'SOWK 460w Spring 2026'

Two overlapping speech bubbles, one brown asking 'WHAT IS YOUR PROJECT,' the other gray. Background is white. Text: 'Jacob Campbell, Ph.D., LICSW at Heritage University' and 'SOWK 460w Spring 2026.'

**Object:** Slide text**Action:** Displays guidelines**Context:** Presentation slide from a program evaluation lecture**Transcription:**- **PROGRAM EVALUATION ELEVATOR PITCH** - **Project Title:** Title of Your Study - **Program Being Evaluated:** Name of Agency and Program Being Evaluated - **Research Question(s):** What question(s) are you trying to answer with your project? Questions should be clear, focused, and feasible within the scope of a semester-long program evaluation. - **Types of Data to Be Collected:** What data do you plan to collect (e.g., archival records, observations, interviews, surveys)? Consider how each data type contributes to answering your research question(s). - **Plan for Data Collection:** How do you plan to collect your data, and from whom? Describe who will participate, how data will be gathered, and any relevant access considerations (e.g., staff permission, informed consent, etc.).**Footer:**- Jacob Campbell, Ph.D., LICSW at Heritage University- SOWK 460w Spring 2026

Table outlines a 'Program Evaluation Work Plan' with categories for Evaluation Design and Data Collection, including Component, Indicator, Source, Success, Task, Person Responsible, Deadline. Contains text indicating Jacob Campbell, Ph.D., Heritage University, SOWK 460w Spring 2026.

Slide titled 'Probable Components' lists evaluation activities (surveys, reviews) and final products (logic model, executive summary, presentation). Bottom text credits Jacob Campbell at Heritage University, SOWK 460w Spring 2026.

Slide titled 'Indicators in Program Evaluation' shows three types: Input Indicators measuring contributions, Process Indicators measuring activities and outputs, and Outcome Indicators assessing program effects. Text provides description and attribution.

Slide displaying a QR code and title 'Criteria for Selection of High-Performing Indicators.' Subheading reads 'A Checklist to Inform Monitoring and Evaluation.' Includes link: 'https://wmich.edu/sites/default/files/attachments/u350/2014/Indicator_checklist.pdf.'

Object: Table Action: Presents evaluation criteria Context: Slide from a presentation titled 'Rubric for Program Evaluation Work Plan' includes columns for 'Description' and 'Highly Developed,' with criteria such as Completeness, Clarity, Fairness, and Feasibility. Additional text: Jacob Campbell, Ph.D. LICSW at Heritage University, SOWK 460w Spring 2026.

Presentation slide titled 'Post Your Group Work Plan in the Forum.' Includes points on program evaluation, group member names, and work plan description. Instructor: Jacob Campbell, Ph.D., LICSW, Heritage University, SOWK 460w Spring 2026.

Table labels sections for evaluation design and data collection with rows for planning. A clock icon is shown. Text reads: 'TIME TO WORK ON PROGRAM EVALUATION ELEVATOR PITCH AND GROUP WORK PLAN.' Footer: 'Jacob Campbell, Ph.D. LICSW at Heritage University,' 'SOWK 460w Spring 2026.'

Dr. Jacob Campbell

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Description

In week four of SOWK 460, we will start to explore program evaluation methodologies and the practicality of your program evaluation. Most program evaluations use a variant of mixed-methods. The chapter readings from Royse (2022) focus on qualitative and mixed methods evaluations and needs assessments. This week, students will submit their group work plans and review how to complete the form.

The agenda will be as follows:

Basics of program design methodologies
Examples of qualitative research
Planning the design of and the tasks completion of your evaluation

Learning Objectives this week include:

Differentiate between qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods program evaluation designs.
Describe the value of qualitative methods.
Identify and compare three core qualitative methods.
Construct a group work plan that outlines key components, indicators, sources, and measures of success for their program evaluation.