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Term
Effectiveness
Definition
Extent to which the objectives of a policy or an intervention are achieved, usually without reference to costs.
Comment
Important to distinguish from efficiency which can generally be defined as referring to the relationship between results achieved (output) and resources used (input).
In a guidance context, it is important to distinguish between effectiveness for the individual and for the organisation (e.g. employer, guidance provider) providing the service. Effectiveness can also be measured at a societal level.
In a guidance context, it is important to distinguish between effectiveness for the individual and for the organisation (e.g. employer, guidance provider) providing the service. Effectiveness can also be measured at a societal level.
Source
Cedefop (2011). Glossary: Quality in education and training. Luxembourg: Publications Office. Available from Internet: http://www.cedefop.europa.eu/EN/Files/4106_en.pdf
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