Responding to evaluator and instructor demand, this book presents a diverse set of high-quality developmental evaluation (DE) case studies. Twelve insightful exemplars illustrate how DE is used to evaluate innovative initiatives in complex, dynamic environments, including a range of fields and international settings. Written by leading practitioners, chapters offer a rare window into what it takes to do DE, what roles must be fulfilled, and what results can be expected. Each case opens with an incisive introduction by the editors. The book also addresses frequently asked questions about DE, synthesizes key themes and lessons learned from the exemplars, and identifies eight essential principles of DE. See also Michael Quinn Patton's Developmental Evaluation, the authoritative presentation of DE. Canadian Contributors:Megan Boerner, Ontario Ministry of Education, Toronto, OntarioMark Cabaj, From Here to There, Edmonton, AlbertaRichard Franz, Ontario Ministry of Education, Toronto, OntarioMary Jean Gallagher, Ontario Ministry of Education, Toronto, OntarioJamie Gamble, Imprint Inc, New Brunswick, CanadaEric Leviten-Reid, Tamarack InstituteJames Radner, School of Public Policy & Governance, University of Toronto, Toronto, OntarioMabel Rawlins, Vibrant Communities, Sidney, British ColumbiaShawn Van Sluys, Executive Director, Musagetes, Guelph, OntarioDana Vocisano, Concordia University, Montreal, QuebecLisa Watson, CEO Strategies for Social Impact, Toronto, Ontario | Developmental Evaluation Exemplars by Michael Quinn Patton, Hardcover | Indigo Chapters