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Figure 1.

The CDC Framework for Program Evaluation in Public Health Practice Graphic presents the steps in evaluation and the standards for a good evaluation. The graphic is a circle with three inner circles. The first two circles depict the steps in evaluation, which are 1) engage stakeholders; 2) describe the program; 3) focus the evaluation design; 4) gather credible evidence; 5) justify conclusions; and 6) ensure use and share lessons learned. The second two circles depict the four standards for a "good" evaluation; they are utility, feasibility, propriety, and feasibility.

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