AOR 3 Implementation Flashcards
Program Implementation involves coordinating the logistics to ____________
train volunteers & staff, deliver the program, monitor progress, & evaluate effectiveness & sustainability of the program
Award
Funds that are approved for a recipient to complete a project or program
Culture
ideas, beliefs, values, customs, & norms that are learned from family and community
- passed down from generation to generation
Fidelity
Ensuring that programs are implemented and delivered as intended per the program protocol or plan
- maintaining fidelity has implications for how the intervention is DELIVERED, TRAINING, & EVALUATION
Implementation
specified set of activities designed to put into practice an activity or program plan
Intervention
activity or set of planned strategies designed to achieve desired outcomes of the program
- includes delivery plan & evaluation
- aimed to prevent disease/injury or promote health within population
- specific component of a more comprehensive program
- multiple strategies may be used to accomplish objectives
Intervention Strategy
specific technique/approach used in an intervention to get the desired outcome
Examples of intervention strategies
- health communication
- health education
- health policy/enforcement
- environmental change
- community service
- mobilization
- one or more may be used in a single intervention
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
document which the agreement and principles of the agreement between 2 parties is captured and outlined
- AKA Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
- less formal than legal contract
Plain Language Communication allows someone to _____________________
find & understand what they need as well as use it to meet their needs
Project Management
application of knowledge, skills, & techniques to execute projects effectively and efficiently
Tailored Message
message created for an INDIVIDUAL based on his/her specific need or interest
- through a direct channel (i.e. their phone)
Targeted Message
standardized message created for a GROUP that has been defined by some characteristic (i.e. geographic area, age, race/ethnicity, etc)
What is the first thing HES should do when preparing to implement a health education/promotion program? Why?
Develop project or work plan will help to ensure fidelity
What is a project/work plan for implementation and what should it include?
detailed road map for how program goals will be achieved
Includes: goals, objectives, activities, timelines, evaluation measures, & roles/responsibilities involved in implementing specific aspects of the plan
Project/Work Plan should be aligned with ______________
logic model
When ____________________ is used in planning model for implementation of an intervention, it can assist in developing a strong implementation/work plan.
Intervention Mapping
Who should HES go to first before looking to hire staff or find the resources/services needed for implementing a program?
their organization, volunteers, or partners
HES must follow _____________________ for their organization and any organizations providing funding. They also need to review __________________.
guidelines and legal standards; state/local laws rules and regulations, funding announcements or solicitations, award notices, and other guidance documents (may provide info on how funds can be used)
Training staff and volunteers to ensure fidelity should consist of __________________
discussion of overall program objectives, intended outcomes, logic model, core elements of the program
what their role is and provide opportunities to practice their roles
A training manual (program procedural manual) is used to ___________________
- communicate step-by-step plans for the program
- support program fidelity & implementation by providing background info, ideas for facilitation, & parameters of the program
A variety of methods should be used in training staff and volunteers based on their expertise level and available funding. What are some types of methods or techniques that can be used?
- on the job training
- one-on-one training
- in-person group work
- distance learning
An action plan for program implementation is used to __________________
describe how goals and objectives will be achieved, identify resources needed, & how responsibilities will be assigned
How can developing implementation action plan help support adoption, implementation, and maintenance of programs?
- build upon assessment and planning activities
- identify those within intended audience that can hinder or help the implementation of the program
5 Phases of Program Implementation (general phases)
- adopt program
- identify & prioritize tasks to complete
- establish management system
- put plans into action (i.e. pilot testing, phasing, implementation)
- end or sustain program or intervention