2. It suggests the kinds of information that funders usually require to make a decision as to whether funds should be granted or not.
3. If the kind of information requested in the Profile is not readily available, then the program may want to consider some adjustments or changes in recordkeeping procedures.
4. When completed, the data could be used in program funding proposals, annual reports and other literature about the program.
5. If someone external to the program is invited in to do an evaluation, the kinds of information provided in the profile give a picture of program resources and activity which help interpret the program evaluation.

Interpretation and Application of the Results

The Program Evaluation process provides a means of identifying strengths and diagnosing possible weaknesses. The individual Tutor and Learner Questionnaires when aggregated provide a reality check on statement ratings in the Program Questionnaire. Sample cumulative comments sheets are provided in this kit for recording learners' responses, if you so desire. Also, a sample tally sheet for tutors' responses has been provided in the kit for your convenience. You can make extra copies or modify it for your own needs. It helps to provide a visual appraisal of weak and strong points.

Another way of handling the tutor ratings is on a numerical basis. This may have to be used for large numbers of respondents or where there is no clear clustering if you want to find the average rating in a given area. This is how you would make the computation. Suppose that you have fifteen tutors who respond to the Questionnaire and their ratings are as indicated below, to find the average rating you make the following calculations.