Generalizability recruiting and training
Generalizability is the extent to which the findings in a study are simplified for widespread application. The generalized outcome applies to a large sample group or the entire population. The process does not consider context, and the larger the population of application, the better the generalization. Regardless, from the case study “Planning a Program Evaluation,” the sample group is the prospective foster families. The organization in the case study is a child welfare organization. The primary focus of the organization is foster care, specifically, the recruiting and training of foster parents.
The organization undertook specific steps to ensure the generalizability of the outcome. The first approach was implementing a new training program for all its outlets for prospective foster families. The organization wanted to reduce foster placement disruptions and quality service assurance by developing a standard training program. Additionally, the same instructors conduct the entire training process.
The data collected from the training session is also viable for generalization. It is critical to note that most of the processes involved in recruiting and training are based on timely processes. For example, on average, the organization recruits between five and six foster families in each center quarterly. Therefore, the organization utilizes the available resources to train new foster families. The information dissemination process ensures that the maximum population attains the training that fulfills the organization’s objectives.
Additionally, the training process relies on detailed training materials; the basis of the approach is the ororganization’s expected outcome. Though, the training program is utilized but with no supporting research evidence, it acts as a standardized tool. All selected foster parents are to qualify to become foster parents. The approach applies to all candidate families; it is the organization’s approach towards maintaining quality consistency. In other words, it is the best approach to ensuring well-care foster children.