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All associates have advanced training in social research methods and experience in program evaluation.  A variety of backgrounds ensures a broad perspective and appropriate expertise for both qualitative and quantitative methods.

 

Principal: Christine Frank, Ph.D.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION ACTIVITY

  • Active member and workshop facilitator: Canadian Evaluation Society

  • Member and past chair: Ontario Chapter P.D. Committee, Canadian Evaluation Society

  • Active in CES credentialing initiative

  • Member of Research Analyst Program Advisory Board

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

Dr. Frank is an experienced researcher and veteran educator. Chris has a Ph.D. in Education (Curriculum) and has a particular interest in program evaluation. With her varied work over the years in education, social services, and research, she brings a broad perspective to any project.

Formerly a faculty member in the postgraduate Research Analyst Program at Georgian College in Barrie, Ontario, Canada, Chris taught Qualitative Research Methods and Population/Demography. In her capacity as a professor of research methods and also as an independent consultant, she has led many program evaluations and social research projects. Committed to a participatory approach, Chris is an expert at engaging stakeholders in the inquiry process and producing accessible, actionable results. A particular strength is her ability to present results for ease of implementation and understanding by all stakeholders.

Chris also conducts training workshops in qualitative methods and analysis software, customizing workshops to meet an organization’s needs. In 2009, she designed and facilitated the CES Ontario Chapter’s first workshop on Qualitative Methods and Program evaluation. Another area in which she trains is the application of business writing strategies for readable, dynamic reports that contribute to knowledge mobilization.

 Known for her teaching ability, she has a lively, interactive presentation style.