Discussion Post
• The PRECEDE-PROCEED approach has several key assessment/diagnosis phases. Please describe the epidemiological assessment. What are some key sources of data used in this assessment? Which main questions is this assessment is trying to address/answer?
• What specific questions are being brought forward by the evaluators as they are trying to collect the necessary evaluation data? What are the three main types of evaluation discussed in the PRECEDE-PROCEED approach? What is each of them trying to identify, measure, evaluate?
• What are some of the key assumptions behind the PRECEDE-PROCEED approach? What are some of the key benefits of using this approach? What are some of the "real-life" examples of using this approach?
• Do you think the idea of multilevel theory is a more accurate reflection of the way contributing factors affect behavior in real life? Why or why not?
Textbook: Edberg, M. (2015). Essentials of health behavior: Social and behavioral theory in public health (2nd ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.