Implementation Measures
Tools for measuring implementation can assist child welfare systems and other service providers with addressing various issues and improving their overall efforts with exploring and installing evidence-based practices. It is important to note that measurement of implementation in child welfare has limited, but growing, available research. A recent review found that most implementation measures do not have a strong evidence base supporting their effectiveness (Lewis, Fischer, Weiner, Stanick, Kim, & Martinez, 2015)*. Below is a list of select implementation measurement tools that may be useful for child welfare or other service organizations. For a more comprehensive list of implementation measurement tools, see the Information on Other Measures category listed below.
Readiness Measures
Many individual programs have readiness assesses to help determine whether an agency or provider is appropriate for or prepared to implement the program. Information on readiness measures for specific programs can be found on the CEBC Registry website in the Implementation Information section for each program under Pre-Implementation Materials.
General organizational readiness to change measures also exist and may be useful in determining whether an organization is ready to begin a new program or change effort. Examples include:
Leadership Measures
Agency leaders can have a large impact on an agency's ability to implement change. It is essential that leadership be on board with any proposed changes and serve as a champion for the change. An example measure is:
Culture and Climate Measures
Organizational culture and climate have been identified as important factors in the successful implementation of an evidence-based practice. Example measures include:
Program Fit Measures
Program fit measures can assist agencies with informing their decision to adopt a new program. Examples of program fit measures include:
