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Question: For this discussion board, you will read the first half of an article about performance contracting to understand different types of performance measures that are used in these types of contracts (Martin, 2000). Then, you will select ONE of two types of publicly funded services, and design at least THREE performance measures that are linked to the policy goals and public interest. Your measures should be SMART-specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. See this recommended resource here if you are unfamiliar. Get quick and affordable assignment help now!
Your measures should answer the question: how can one determine whether the services are meeting the policy goals? Explain how your proposed measures will show progress towards the goals.
Include measures that track the necessary intermediate steps to ensure the program reaches its goals. These steps are the basis of the program's Theory of Change.
Briefly describe your approach to measuring your outcomes (surveys, service/case notes, assessments, etc.) including addressing the benefits and drawbacks of different options and any challenges you will overcome to ensure accurate data collection.
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Policy Goals, from the US Department of Labor: "WIOA (Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act) is landmark legislation that is designed to strengthen and improve our nation's public workforce system and help get Americans, including youth and those with significant barriers to employment, into high-quality jobs and careers and help employers hire and retain skilled workers. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) was signed into law on July 22, 2014. WIOA is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy.
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