disagree Neither agree not

Strongly agree

Strongly disagree
Somewhat agree

Somewhat disagree
The following criteria should be used for determining
whether an organizational practice can be considered a
“best practice”

Successful over time in a number of locations ……………………… 5 4 3 2 1

Can be replicated in or adapted across various contexts…………….. 5 4 3 2 1
Ease of implementation/resources required…………………………. 5 4 3 2 1
Cost-effectiveness…………………………………………………… 5 4 3 2 1
Can be evaluated/measured whether it was applied appropriately….. 5 4 3 2 1
Of high quality………………………………………………………. 5 4 3 2 1
Results in goal achievement…………………………………………. 5 4 3 2 1
Improves human well-being…………………………………………. 5 4 3 2 1
Contributes substantially to organizational effectiveness…………… 5 4 3 2 1
Addresses an essential problem occurring in multiple organizations.. 5 4 3 2 1
Supports participants’ continuous learning and inquiry……………... 5 4 3 2 1
Is values based and has an articulated ethical perspective…………... 5 4 3 2 1
Can show appropriate quality control and quality assurance 5 4 3 2 1
methodologies and processes………………………………………...

Research/evaluation evidence exists of the success of the practice 5 4 3 2 1

under various conditions and circumstances…………………………

Addresses an essential problem facing the community it serves……. 5 4 3 2 1

Is articulated clearly and followed consistently……………………... 5 4 3 2 1

Please circle the number that best describes your job position:
1. University faculty
2. Nonprofit executive
3. Nonprofit staff member
4. Student
5. Researcher at a non-academic institution
6. Consulting
7. other (please specify) _________________________