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The Research and Evaluation Institute provides needs assessment and other research-based services for HCDE and the educational community for the improvement of education in Harris County. The Institute coordinates and facilitates program evaluations in a way that: utilizes scientific-based methodology; contributes to program planning; centralizes information, data, and findings in accessible formats; identifies client needs and the extent to which they are satisfied; develops evaluation skills; and HCDE and school districts can utilize information to plan and strengthen programs, making them more cost-effective and tailored to specific research goals.
