Five Standards of Evaluation

The Five Standards of Evaluation help determine the quality and usefulness of an evaluation. They include: 1. Utility—how well the evaluation meets the needs of its users. 2. Feasibility—whether the evaluation can be realistically conducted within constraints like time and resources. 3. Accuracy—how truthful and precise the findings are. 4. Credibility—whether the evaluation is fair, objective, and trustworthy. 5. Usefulness—if the results help inform decisions and improve programs. Together, these standards ensure evaluations are meaningful, reliable, and actionable for stakeholders.