Using Digital Dashboards to Implement and Evaluate Programs

Using Digital Dashboards to Implement and Evaluate Programs

A Case Study of How to Use Digital Dashboards to Improve Program Implementation and Evaluation University of Missouri Team Identifies Challenges and Solutions in Coordinating Programming and Implementation of Mental Health Services

By Amy Patillo, Ed.D., Matthew Pezold, M.S. and M.A., and Karen Funkenbusch, M.A., University of Missouri

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A Case Study of How to Use Digital Dashboards to Improve Program Implementation and Evaluation

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ISBN: 978-1-955687-15-7

Publish Date: July 27th, 2022

Citations for this publication may be made using the following:

Patillo, A., Pezold, M., and Funkenbusch, K. (2022). A Case Study of How to Use Digital Dashboards to Improve Program Implementation and Evaluation (1 st ed). Kansas City: Extension Foundation. ISBN: 978-1-955687-15-7.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Attribution .............................................................................................................................................. 2 Table of Contents..................................................................................................................................... 3 About the Authors ................................................................................................................................... 4 Part One - Introduction................................................................................................................... 6 Abstract................................................................................................................................................... 6 The Challenge .......................................................................................................................................... 6 Part Two – Evaluating the Effectiveness of Mental Health Programs in Missouri ............................. 9 NCFRSACi: Audience Served ..................................................................................................................... 9 Unique Value Proposition ...................................................................................................................... 10 Why is NCFRSACi Important in Missouri?................................................................................................ 10 Justification Statement .......................................................................................................................... 13 Framework ............................................................................................................................................ 17 Evaluation Model................................................................................................................................... 19 Part Three – The Digital Dashboard: DotDigital ............................................................................ 21 Principles of CIPP Utilized in Digital Dashboard ....................................................................................... 21 Principles Implemented ......................................................................................................................... 22 Design Principles ............................................................................................................................................................... 23 Best Practices ........................................................................................................................................ 24 Highlights of Key Dashboard Features .................................................................................................... 25 Programming Links ........................................................................................................................................................... 27 MU Extension Programs ................................................................................................................................................... 28 Facebook ........................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Favorite Links .................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Part Four – Summary.................................................................................................................... 31 Part Five – References, Supporting Documents/ Appendices ......................................................... 32 References ............................................................................................................................................ 32 Supporting Documents and Appendices ................................................................................................. 32 Connect With Us! ......................................................................................................................... 35 University of Missouri Extension ...................................................................................................................................... 35 Show-Me Strong Farm Families ........................................................................................................................................ 35

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ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Amy Patillo, Ed.D.

Dr. Amy Patillo serves as a Labor and Workforce Development Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension. Amy is a passionate strategist and practitioner committed to tackling Missouri’s workforce issues through collaboration with state, regional, and community workforce partners. As a Field Specialist, she works across the state to coordinate the University’s high priority commitments and identifies projects where Extension can grow Missouri’s workforce. Amy strives to address new workforce challenges with innovation and transformative business solutions. She earned a Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a second Master’s in Educational Administration from Missouri State University, as well as a Specialist degree and Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from St. Louis University.

Amy can be reached via email at [email protected]

Matthew Pezold, M.S., M.A.

Matthew Pezold serves as a Labor and Workforce Development Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension in the Kansas City and Urban West Region. Matt strives to provide education, training, and programs that increase the state’s workforce skills while providing relevant >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35

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