CIPP is a decision-focused approach to evaluation and emphasizes the systematic provision of information for program management and operation.
[1][2] The CIPP model is an attempt to make evaluation directly relevant to the needs of decision-makers during the phases and activities of a program.
These four aspects of CIPP evaluation assist a decision-maker to answer four basic questions: This involves collecting and analysing needs assessment data to determine goals, priorities and objectives.
[1] This involves the steps and resources needed to meet the new goals and objectives and might include identifying successful external programs and materials as well as gathering information.
By continuously monitoring the program, decision-makers learn such things as how well it is following the plans and guidelines, conflicts arising, staff support and morale, strengths and weaknesses of materials, delivery and budgeting problems.