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Filter search resultsWeek 37: Why is equity so important in evaluation?
… This is #3 in our series on visionary evaluation . I first started to think about … well as the methodological implications, of evaluating the effects of policies, programmes, and projects designed to … development results. A special focus is directed towards effects on the most excluded, marginalized, and deprived …BlogPlanning and managing evaluations of development research
… and using the research. Outcome evaluations might focus on the influence of research on technological development, innovation, or policy and … and evaluation (M&E) system of the CGIAR Research Program on Aquatic Agricultural Systems (AAS) and describes how the …ThemeUsing case studies to explore the external validity of ‘complex’ development interventions
… validity of complex development interventions, focusing on the use of case studies to identify particular conditions … reform etc with some degree of grounded confidence—i.e., on the basis of appropriate metrics, theory, experience and …ResourceDiffusion of innovations in service organizations: Systematic review and recommendations
… process Decision making devolved to frontline teams Hands-on approach by leaders and managers Human resource issues, … External collaboration Reinvention/development Feedback on progress … Diffusion of innovations in service …ResourceEvidence base journal
… of these reviews is to determine ‘what works?’, based on the evidence. This journal was designed for public sector … ISSUE 3 (September 2015) - The impact of welfare to work on parents and their children ISSUE 4 (December 2015) - A … 2014) - Class size and academic results, with a focus on children from culturally, linguistically and economically …ResourceDemocratic evaluation
… as someone who brokers the process. It generally focuses on inclusive practices which foster participation and … source of information about the origins, processes and effects of social action' (ibid.). Basically, these …ApproachEvaluation of agricultural projects and programs
Any single agricultural project or program is necessarily part of a highly complex, interrelated system. To deliver utility and value, evaluation in the agricultural sector must take into account contextually sensitive issues.ThemeSample
… To minimize bias, these methods have specific rules on selection of the sampling frame, size of the sample, and … inferences about the population. Units are selected based on one or more predetermined characteristics and the sample … population. Convenience methods are: Convenience : based on the ease or "convenience" of gaining access to a …Framework/GuideRainbow FrameworkIdentify what resources are available for the evaluation and what will be needed
… trial for an impact evaluation which largely draws on existing data for $50,000 to $300,000. Possible products … internal and external costs) Justification for expenditure on evaluation Statement of available evaluation resources …Framework/GuideManager's guide to evaluationDiploma in Social Programs and Projects Evaluation - B-Learning
… aims to contribute to the development of a culture focused on planning, monitoring, and evaluation, which views these …Academic ProgramWeek 50: Feedback loops – new buzzword, old practice?
… for continual ‘feedback loops’, providing regular insights on progress made and alerting to any emerging issues that need adjusting to ensure the program keeps on track. So, why do we need to discuss feedback as a new … to benefit from change efforts. Terms vary depending on sectoral focus. For efforts stemming from commercial …BlogSeeking surprise: Rethinking monitoring for collective learning in rural resource management
… This PhD thesis from Irene Guijt draws on her extensive knowledge and experience in the field of … : Financially accountability - through a learning focus on proof of implementation of agreed plans. Improving operations - through a learning focus on quality and outputs of activity implementation. …Resource52 weeks of BetterEvaluation: Week 20: Defining what needs to be evaluated
… which is why BetterEvaluation offers specific guidance on methods for doing this. On Thursday last week, I presented the second of eight … my suggestion would be to define multiple outputs - the effects of your activities. Beyond this, I will have to defer …BlogEvaluating policy influence and advocacy
… They identify four categories of organisations depending on the option of influencing, and the role of rational … As a lot of policy-oriented research institutions rely on donors or public funds, there is a growing need to demonstrate the actual influence of research projects on policy and practice. Fred Carden, in a paper on assessing …ThemeSpecialization Course in Monitoring and Evaluation of Public Policies
… theoretical subjects with practical modules that focus on key aspects of planning, strategic management, and …Academic ProgramWeek 17: A Q&A on working with children in evaluation
… In February, BetterEvaluation hosted a webinar on working with children in evaluation. Mallika Samaranayake … some of the highlights. You can watch the original webinar on working with children in evaluation here: Q. How do you … partnering with us in this initiative. … Week 17: A Q&A on working with children in evaluation …BlogFootprint evaluation project
… of planned interventions (projects, programs, policies) on the environment. Learning how to evaluate the potential … Evaluation project involves working with and reflecting on innovative practice with individuals and organisations, as … providing advice and feedback to the Footprint Core Team on the issues and challenges to be considered, useful …PageWhat are some methods and processes to help stakeholders articulate how they think a program works? (AES17 co-creation challenge #1)
… theory (or theory of change) to guide an evaluation. On the BetterEvaluation site, we list 8 processes you can use … and research studies that were previously conducted on the same or closely related areas. SWOT Analysis : reflecting on and assessing the Strengths, Weaknesses,Opportunities and …BlogC4D Hub: Analyse each key evaluation question
… Action questions Asking about what should be done based on the findings. Answer by: You can read more about these … Framework. The ways of answering your KEQs will depend on what type of question you are asking. Example: … embedded questions What kind of content was posted on social media (descriptive) What kind of engagement was …Framework/GuideCommunication for Development (C4D)Professional Master in Evaluation of Public Policies
… policies effectively. The research at the program focuses on three main areas: Public Policies and Social Changes, …Academic ProgramCollaborative outcomes reporting
… first person narratives. An index providing more detail on the sources of evidence. COR can be applied across … data: Data trawl. The data trawl step draws on project records and any other existing monitoring data to … these claims. Organisations often place a high value on the reports because they strike a good balance between …ApproachWhy do we need more real-time evaluation?
… of rapid change and adaption, due in large part to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on our lives and work. As our world is changing, many … development. This is why we have written a working paper on what can be learned from previously evaluation practice to …BlogWeek 19: Ways of framing the difference between research and evaluation
… ‘impact’, ‘indicators’, ‘monitoring’ and so on ) are defined and used in very different ways by different … might be useful ways of using them. A perennial question on discussion forums, there are surprisingly different ways … Otto Bremer Foundation includes the following flashcard on “Evaluation versus Research”. Research Evaluation Purpose …BlogEvaluability assessments are an essential new tool for managers
… assessment. This blog post was originally published on the CGIAR website as "Evaluability assessments are an … of an evaluation and potential institutional constraints on the evaluation. An EA can be a very formalized process, … mechanism of an intervention, including a health check on its monitoring, evaluation, learning and impact assessment …BlogC4D: Learning-based
… involves all staff and stakeholders. This principle draws on some of the core principles of action learning and … action research (PAR), including iterative reflection on implementation for continual improvement. Involving a … begin by Reviewing R,M&E (meta evaluation) with a focus on previous efforts in order to understand: what worked well? …Framework/GuideCommunication for Development (C4D)Developmental Evaluation – Evaluation for Adaptive Interventions
… Evaluation to coincide with EvalPartners ’ e-learning unit on the approach as part of its e-Learning course on Equity-focused Evaluations. Developmental Evaluation, … EvalPartners’ free e-learning course , including the unit on Developmental Evaluation. To find out more about this …BlogEvaluating humanitarian action
… The evaluation of humanitarian action (EHA) mostly focuses on evaluating humanitarian projects or programmes funded by … below, extracted from the ALNAP EHA Guide (note that on the BetterEvaluation website, all of what ALNAP refers to …Theme2017 International realist conference
… made us giggle. You can view the full series of cartoons on the Rameses website , along with a number of other great … and the influence of context. You can read more about this on our Realist Evaluation approach page , or you can watch … different groups. There’s a real focus in this conference on the utility of realist approaches – not just whether …BlogBiodiversity and the economic response to COVID-19: Ensuring a green and resilient recovery
… transport and waste that can have a significant impact on nature and biodiversity and “In 14 out of the 17 … The paper concludes with detailed policy recommendations on how to better integrate biodiversity into COVID-19 … compromise biodiversity Maintain or strengthen regulation on land use, wildlife trade and pollution Attach …ResourceData dashboard
… more objectives, with the data consolidated and arranged on a single screen so the information can be monitored at a … text to describe the indicators being displayed on the dashboard. By displaying these visualisations on a single screen, the user can directly compare and draw …MethodStrategies to reduce costs
… design For example, “eliminating the collection of data on the project or comparison group before the project begins (pretest) or on the comparison group after the project is implemented … In the simplest design, when data are collected on only the posttest project group, the data collection …MethodPersonal stories
… make it possible to conduct quantitative analyses based on qualitative, emotional and open-ended narratives. … through different narrative techniques to get information on the impact of development initiatives. An individual … calculated or analysed, but more value has been placed on narrative and anecdotal information in recent years. As …Method