Assumes objective, neutral, distant stance. Evaluator works collaboratively at various stages with end-users. Is partner in evaluation and imparts evaluation skills. Shares lead with end-users. Evaluator becomes more of a facilitator.
Facilitator acts as catalyst, confidante, collaborator.
Takes lead from end-users. Has few if any pre-determined questions. Findings rarely circulated among end-users. Findings loop into planning stage with little input from end-users. Shared data-gathering but limited participation in data analysis.