| The purpose of the study was to investigate the theory-driven approach to program evaluation in undergraduate adapted physical activity practica by: (a) designing an instrument, based on the theory-driven approach to evaluate adapted physical activity practica; and (b) validating the instrument. The instrument, Adapted Physical Activity Course Practicum: Theory-Driven Evaluation, was designed based on the literature in both the fields of adapted physical activity practica and program evaluation. Instrument statements were reviewed by a panel of experts for content validity of the instrument. Factor analysis with a Principal Components extraction using a Varimax Rotation was used to determine the 13 components of the instrument. Reliability and validity of the instrument was established. The application of the theory-driven approach to program development and evaluation were discussed in terms of future directions of study for developing, implementing, and evaluating adapted physical activity practica. |
