Revista Electronic@ Educare (May 2015)

The Evaluation Process in Non-Formal Education: A Path for Its Construction

  • Manuel Chacón-Ortiz

DOI
https://doi.org/10.15359/ree.19-2.2
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 19, no. 2
pp. 21 – 35

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This paper analyzes the construction and conceptualization of evaluation processes in non- formal education. The purpose of this essay is to discuss about the need to evaluate educational processes and to propose a scheme with the basic elements for evaluation. The current discussions in the field are the starting point, in order to raise the need for institutions, individuals, and organizations to get involved in developing educational processes alternative to those conducted in formal and informal settings. In addition, current theoretical debates in the field are explored. An overview of the subject is provided to point out steps and key processes, as well as evaluation tools in education. In conclusion, there is a growing importance of evaluating and reporting on the results of non-formal learning processes.

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