PERT - A TECHNIQUE IN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH

The purpose of this report is to review the educational significance of the Program Evaluation and Review Technique. As a research tool it is designed to evaluate progress, focus attention on problems, determine completion dates, and predict the likelihood of reaching stated objectives. By tracing the historical development and use of PERT in other fields, a basic foundation was established for its use in education. Typical networks for experimental research, survey research, historical research, and curriculum projects were provided. In summarizing the advantages of using PERT it was pointed out that it provided a realistic plan of attack, focused attention on problem areas, assisted in the utilization of all resources, and provided meaningful project status reports. © Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.