How can the normative code creation process contribute to an evaluation culture development? Questions for discussing about the Spanish case
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https://doi.org/10.24965/gapp.vi30-31.373Keywords:
Evaluation standards and bias, normative codes, institutionalization, meta-evaluation, ethicsAbstract
The potential role that the creation of evaluation standards or guidelines can play in developing an evaluation culture in Spain is discussed in this article. This article elaborates on how the process of creating normative codes, whenever this process is participatory and based on real evaluation practice, can help the academic and professional consolidation and institutionalisation of the evaluation function. First, different types of existing standards are discussed. Second, the general functions that they can play are elaborated, presenting the potential benefits of creating evaluation standards. Third, key issues that should be taken into account if a normative evaluation code is to be adopted in Spain are highlighted. In this regard, two important factors are identified: the participation of evaluation stakeholders in the standards elaboration process, and the need for meta-evaluations or systematic studies on actual evaluation practice.Downloads
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