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Builds on Course 380.611, Fundamentals of Program Evaluation, and includes a service learning component. The Fundamentals course prepared students to explain major concepts in program evaluation and write a basic evaluation plan. Applications introduces advanced evaluation methods using concrete illustrations and allows an opportunity to apply skills in real world evaluations of public health initiatives. Working in small groups, students design an evaluation plan for a specific community-based public health program in Baltimore. Emphasizes stakeholder engagement to address challenges and promote the usefulness of results. Class sessions integrate lectures with case studies, experiential learning activities, and reflection.