Explore multiple practical and theoretical dimensions of needs
assessment. This volume focuses exclusively on this essential topic
for guiding decisions?examining subjects such as:





the importance of defining needs,

implementing assessments in public and private-sector
organizations,

aligning needs with assets and capacity assessments,

how assessments factor into meaningful change at the
organizational and society levels

how to apply needs assessments in culturally diverse
contexts

conducting international needs assessments, and

the impact of technologies on needs assessment methods.



This issue will help professionals within public and private
organizations conduct useful assessments, ones leading to results
that can be applied in decisions.



This is the 144th issue in the New Directions for Evaluation
series from Jossey-Bass. It is an official publication of the
American Evaluation Association.