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Theory of change
… written by Patricia Rogers for UNICEF, looks at the use of theory of change in an impact evaluation. It demonstrates how it can be …The theory of change
… Impact Evaluation (3ie) outlines the use and importance of a theory of change in impact evaluation. Using plain language, graphics …Theory of Change Community
… Theory of Change Community is a website useful for anyone interested in or working with Theory of Change. On the website you will find tools and …Defining theories of change
… countries and finds that the articulation and review of theories of change has a wide range of benefits. "While they are not a …Theory of change software
… There are a number of options when it comes to using software to help create a … has been specifically tailored for visualising Theories of Change, like TOCO or Miradi. You should consider what … a few options and see what is going to be best for you. … Theory of change software …The hidden life of theories of change
… One common criticism of Theory of Change is that it is often used as a framework that fixes …UNICEF webinar: Theory of change
… What is a Theory of Change? How is it different from a logframe? Why is it such … the different ways of developing and representing a theory of change (ToC) in an impact evaluation. She stresses …Theory of change approach to climate change adaptation programming
… Colleen McGinn & Patrick Pringle, this paper looks at theory of change (ToC) and why it is useful for climate change …Theory of change example for grant portfolios
… This resource is a theory of change example that was developed for an anti-corruption portfolio (2016–21); it includes standard theory-of-change components, such as outcomes and activities, …Mapping change: Using a theory of change of guide planning and evaluation
… and Natasha Arnott for GrantCraft, describes the process of developing a theory of change to support planning and evaluation. The guide focuses …Criteria for assessing the evaluability of Theories of Change
… the criteria identified to assess the evaluability of Theory of Change (ToC) . Contents Caveats and clarifications A possible …Purposeful program theory: Effective use of theories of change and logic models
… book, by Sue Funnell and Patricia Rogers, discusses ways of developing, representing and using programme theory and theories of change in different ways to suit the particular situation. It …Review of the use of ‘Theory of Change’ in international development
… for International Development (DfID) reviews the use of theory of change in the international development field in order to …Review of the use of ‘Theory of Change’ in international development
… (DFID) and authored by Isabel Voge, reviews how theory of change is being used in the international development context …Advocacy and policy change: Theory and practice
… provides an evidence-based guide, toolkit and collection of evaluation cases for conducting effective advocacy and policy change evaluations. It integrates insights from different … and ‘policymaking.’ … Advocacy and policy change: Theory and practice …Keystone Accountability's guide for developing a theory of change
… This guide provides an accessible and easy to follow set of activities for developing a theory of change. It is particularly useful for C4D initiatives that …Theory of change thinking in practice - A stepwise approach
… This guide builds on work of HIVOS' experimentation with and learning about Theory of Change (ToC), including the work of its Theory of Change …Lessons in theory of change: experiences from CCAFS
… , outlines the lessons that were learned from developing a Theory of Change for the Climate Change, Agriculture and Food …Does our theory match your theory? Theories of change and causal maps in Ghana
… software to collect, code, analyze and visualise stories of change from participants. Authors Fiona Remnant, Steve … rural women smallholders in Ghana economically. … Does our theory match your theory? Theories of change and causal maps …Theories of change and indicator development in conflict management and mitigation
… Mary Mulvihill for USAID , provides a detailed discussion of the use of theories of change in conflict mitigation focusing on the role they can … to the reduction of tensions. This strategy relies on a theory of change known as the contact hypothesis that can be …ActKnowledge and Aspen Institute’s guided example: Theory of change
… shows how to develop an outcomes chain using the Theories of Change (TOC) process. "Project Superwomen" is a program that … initiative; (2) their goal for how they want to use their theory (e.g. internal decisionmaking, on-going check-in, …Understanding ‘Theory of Change’ in international development: a review of existing knowledge
… Justice and Security Research Programme provides a review of the debates and concepts that have evolved around the theory of change model within the existing literature. "The review… …Theories and Indicators of Change: Concepts and Primers for Conflict Management and Mitigation
… for USAID , provides detailed guidance on using theories of change, with a particular emphasis on conflict management … function in which ways to create the desired outcome. “A theory of change explains why we think certain actions will …Learning about theories of change for the monitoring and evaluation of research uptake
… The paper, published by the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), captures lessons from recent experiences on using ‘theories of change’ amongst organisations involved in the research–policy … to measure results in this area, sets out the benefits of theory-based approaches, and then reviews recent lessons that …Learning about Theories of Change for the Monitoring and Evaluation of Research Uptake
… lessons from recent experiences on using ‘theories of change’ amongst organisations involved in the research–policy … to measure results in this area, sets out the benefits of theory-based approaches, and then reviews recent lessons that …Building Adult Capabilities to Improve Child Outcomes: A Theory of Change
… the Center on the Developing Child demonstrates how a theory of change was developed for improving child outcomes through the …Interrogating the theory of change: Evaluating impact investing where it matters most
… This article uses case examples to demonstrate the value of using theory of change at all levels of impact investing and affirms the …Evaluative tools in impact investing: Three case studies on the use of theories of change
… reviews three case studies to demonstrate how theories of change are useful for communicating impact, identifying … exploring theories of change Processes for developing the theory of change Outputs - a description of the theory of …Developing a logic model or theory of change, community toolbox, University of Kansas
… This chapter from the University of Kansas Work Group for Community Health and Development … Toolbox' contains a detailed overview of logic models and theory of change development relevant to the related construction of …Theory maker
… tool was made by Steve Powell as a quick and simple way of creating a theory of change. The information provided was supplied by Steve …Facilitator's source book: Source book for facilitators leading theory of change development sessions
… ActKnowledge , provides detailed guidance on facilitating theory of change workshops. Excerpt "A Theory of Change is an …How to develop a program Theory of Change? Monitoring and evaluation in climate action - Video 4
… Megha Pradhan (CLEAR-SA) presents how to develop a program theory of change. The GEI and the Centers for Learning on Evaluation …