Cluster Analysis as a Basis for Purposive Sampling of Projects in Case Study Evaluations

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Articles should deal with topics applicable to the broad field of evaluation. Implications for practicing evaluators should be clearly identified. Examples of contributions include, but are not limited to, reviews of new developments. in evaluation, and descriptions of current evaluation efforts, research problems, or techniques. Manuscripts should include appropriate references and not exceed 10 double-spaced typewritten pages.

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