CLFC IMPLEMENTATION FIDELITY
Considerable research indicates that implementations of research models are
likely to obtain similar results as the original studies when the program implementation
is conducted with fidelity. The concept of fidelity refers to clarity in mirroring
the original program design and implementation processes. Because this can be
a fairly challenging task, CLFC provides a free fidelity instrument for those
wishing to monitor and measure the integrity of their implementation. Program
managers and program evaluators will find the CLFC Fidelity Instrument a useful
tool both in planning and following program implementation fidelity. This instrument
can be used by program managers prior to implementation as a guide for staff
to insure quality replication. Evaluators can utilize this tool in measuring
the program fidelity during program implementation observation. Assessments
of curriculum implementation will help program managers, staff and funding providers
recognize and provide effective quality assurance measures during CLFC implementation.
The ideal approach to assessing fidelity is to have one or two observers who
are trained and certified in CLFC implementation to observe your CLFC sessions
and help you to determine where and how you may be departing from the curriculum.
Another approach is to review the CLFC program or process being provided against
this portion of the fidelity instrument. Many agencies provide opportunities
for training teams to give each other feedback during CLFC implementation again
using the CLFC Fidelity Instrument as a guide for reference. For more information
contact a CLFC representative at COPES, Inc.
To download the Creating
Lasting Family Connections (CLFC) Fidelity Instrument, click here.
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