Document Review

In this methodology, Rainbow Research utilizes preexisting documents to gather information about a program being evaluated.

Examples of document reviews include:

• analysis of grantee reports to assess the quality, effectiveness and impact of grant making processes, including what worked well and what could be improved;
• case file audits where a number of case files are randomly selected and analyzed for adherence to program protocol and requirements;
• analysis of program records, which might include attendance, meeting minutes, and other information that program staff routinely collect to identify process outcomes.