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Key resources

A full discussion and list of resources relating to engaging with children as part of evaluation is available on the Better Evaluation website

C4D Hub: Holistic

Development Theme

CONTEXT; SYSTEMIC; BOUNDARIES; INTER-CONNECTIONS

Taking a holistic approach means considering the systems, structures and contexts within which people operate. This means seeking to understand the broader contexts and inter-connections between organisations, groups and individuals involved in a C4D initiative (directly or indirectly). This might include the different ‘communicative ecologies’(or communication contexts) that people experience.

C4D Hub: Participatory

Development Theme

INCLUSION; DIALOGUE; PARTNERSHIP; HUMAN RIGHTS BASED

Participation is a central principle for C4D, and therefore should be incorporated in the R,M&E of C4D. Participatory R,M&E is undertaken in partnership with children and adolescents, community members and other stakeholders, using processes that are culturally and socially appropriate, creative, and based on mutual trust, openness and dialogue.

C4D Hub: Complexity

Development Theme

EMERGENT; UNPREDICTABLE; CONTRADICTIONS; SELF-ORGANISATION

C4D Hub: Critical

Development Theme

POWER; DIFFERENCE; EQUITY; MULTIPLE PERSPECTIVES

C4D Hub: Accountable

Development Theme

TRANSPARENT; RIGOUR; MULTIPLE; QUALITY

C4D Hub: Realistic

Development Theme

PRAGMATIC; MIXED-METHODS; GROUNDED; FLEXIBLE

C4D Hub: Learning-based

Development Theme

ACTION-LEARNING; ADAPTIVE; CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT; CRITICAL REFLECTION

In a learning-based approach RM&E is integrated into the whole programme cycle and involves all staff and stakeholders. This principle draws on some of the core principles of action learning and participatory action research (PAR), including iterative reflection on implementation for continual improvement. Involving a broad group of stakeholders in R,M&E requires attention to capacity development and learning processes and events.