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Community Assessment Techniques
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Survey Research
Measures community opinions, needs, and issues through structured questionnaires. Conducted by distributing these questionnaires to a sample of the community.
Participant Observation
Assesses community dynamics, interactions, and behaviors in their natural setting by having the observer immersed in the environment.
Needs Assessment
Determines the needs of a community by identifying gaps between current conditions and desired conditions. Often conducted through surveys, interviews, and review of existing data.
Asset Mapping
Measures community resources and strengths by identifying and documenting tangible and intangible resources.
Focus Groups
Gathers in-depth information on community views and experiences through group discussions guided by a moderator.
Key Informant Interviews
Collects expert insights and in-depth information by conducting one-on-one interviews with people who have specialized knowledge about the community.
Public Forums/Meetings
Gauges public opinion and collects feedback by organizing events where community members can voice their concerns and suggestions.
Ethnographic Research
Studies cultural patterns and perspectives through long-term observation and interactions within the community.
Community Forums
Encourages discussion and information exchange on community issues among a diverse group of participants.
SWOT Analysis
Evaluates community strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats through a structured planning method that identifies internal and external factors.
Program Evaluations
Measures the effectiveness and impact of community programs by reviewing their outcomes against set objectives.
Secondary Data Analysis
Utilizes existing data to understand community characteristics or trends without the need for primary data collection.
Windshield Survey
Offers a visual overview of community conditions and resources by observing from a moving vehicle.
Social Network Analysis
Examines social structures by identifying and analyzing relationships between community members, groups, or organizations.
Case Studies
Provides in-depth understanding of complex community issues by developing detailed analyses of single instances or cases.
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