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Filter search resultsThe development and utility of a program theory: Lessons from an evaluation
This article, written by Tim Clement and Christine Bigby, looks at the use and development of program theory in human service organisations.ResourceData collection & analysis video
This video guide from UNICEF looks at the issues involved in choosing and using data collection and analysis methods for impact evaluations.ResourceWebinar recording: When the ‘field’ is online – qualitative data collection
This NVIVO webinar explores ways that researchers can adapt their research approach using online data collection when face to face fieldwork isn’t possible.ResourceThe hidden life of theories of change
One common criticism of Theory of Change is that it is often used as a framework that fixes agreements rather than as a living, guiding tool that helps reflection and adaptation.Resource52 weeks of BetterEvaluation: Week 3: Q & A about drawing logic models
This week on BetterEvaluation we're presenting Questions and Answers about logic models.BlogCollecting data on sensitive issues
Image: Polling Booths, by PetroleumJelliffe on FlickrBlogVUE
The Visual Understanding Environment (VUE) is a concept and content mapping application developed to support teaching, learning and research.ResourceTOCO
Theory of change Online (TOCO) is web-based software (no download required) that you can use to design, edit and store your theory of change.ResourceDylomo
Dylomo is a free, web-based tool that can be used to create interactive, online logic models.ResourceBig data for development: challenges & opportunities
This white paper by UN Global Pulse examines the use of Big Data in development contexts.ResourceLearning about Theories of Change for the Monitoring and Evaluation of Research Uptake
This practice paper from IDS captures lessons from recent experiences on using ‘theories of change’ amongst organisations involved in the research–policy interface.ResourceBetterEvaluation FAQ: How do I choose a suitable theory of change?
A theory of change can be very useful in designing an impact evaluation, but what kinds of theories should we use?BlogBetterEvaluation FAQ: How can you get stakeholders to articulate how they think a program or project works?
In our last newsletter we drew attention to our method page onBlogIllustrating models and theories of change
Chris Lysy, of Lysy Design, (and also known as Fresh Spectrum's 'evaluation cartoonist'), recently made our day by storifying an example of a logic model Patricia Rogers had previously created for the UNICEF Impact Evaluation Series in BrieBlogL’évaluation en contexte de développement
Ce manuel est destiné aux personnes souhaitant s’initier à l’évaluation de programmes, en particulier en contexte de développement et de coopération internationale. À cet égard, tout en déroulant le fil d’une démarche évaluative classique, il présente…ResourceBest of AEA365: Approaching document review in a systematic way
In this blog post, Linda Cabral discusses document reviews and highlights the importance of conducting them systematically.ResourceConceptual framework for developing evaluation capacities
This paper, which was prepared for the International Development Evaluation Association (IDEAS) and the World Bank's Independent Evaluation Group (IEG) prResourceA guide to monitoring and evaluating policy influence
Using a literature review and interviews, this paper aims to provide an overview of the different approaches to monitoring and evaluating policy influence.ResourceLearning 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 interface.ResourceData collection methods for evaluation: Document review
This resource from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides a brief guide to using document review as a data collection method for evaluation.ResourceDefining theories of change
This review from CARE International UK looks at 19 peacebuilding projects in conflict-affected countries and finds that the articulation and review of theories of change has a wide ranResourceComparative study on the institutionalisation of evaluation in Europe and Latin America
This report aims to describe and analyze the development of public policy evaluation systems in European and Latin American countries, and identify factors that influence their proper implementation.ResourceFortalecimiento del uso y la institucionalidad de las evaluaciones para la toma de decisiones en Colombia
Este documento tiene como objetivo principal fortalecer la institucionalidad de la evaluación de políticas públicas e impulsar el uso de los resultados y las recomendaciones de las evaluaciones para la toma de decisiones en Colombia.ResourceDesigning diagnostics in complexity: Measuring technical and contextual aspects in monitoring and evaluation systems
The article highlights the significance of reflecting on methods used in designing diagnostic tools for M&E systems and contributes to the broader debate on understanding and assessing M&E systems in their political and organizationResourceThe government monitoring and evaluation system in India: A work in progress
This paper discusses the evolution of India’s approach to monitoring and evaluation of government programs.ResourceDiagnosing monitoring and evaluation capacity in Africa
This article aims to share lessons learned from adapting and implementing a range of global tools in an African context, and puts forward certain key criteria for a ‘Made in Africa’ tool to better understand M&E systems in the region.ResourceMonitoring and evaluation systems assessment tool and guide
The monitoring and evaluation systems assessment tool (M&ESAT) and guide were designed to provide a systematic approach for programs and local implementing partners to assess the functionality, effectiveness, strengths and weaknesses ofResourceTips for developing good evaluation questions (for performance evaluations)
This resource provides principles, tips and examples to assist with the development of good evaluation questions.ResourceEstudio diagnóstico sobre las fortalezas y desafíos de los sistemas regionales de construcción de la información, seguimiento y evaluación
Este informe presenta los resultados de un estudio de diagnóstico de los sistemas de seguimiento y evaluación de las provincias regionales de Argentina.ResourceA study on the status of national evaluation policies and systems in the Asia Pacific region
This study documents the progress of countries in the Asia-Pacific region in developing National Evaluation Policies and Systems (NEPS). Survey questions that were used as part of the assessment are included in the appendix.ResourceConducting diagnoses of M&E systems and capacities
This note provides a guide to some of the topics and issues that need to be considered when undertaking a diagnosis of a country’s monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities.ResourceProfessionalization of evaluation competency framework for evaluators
This competency framework is designed to assist with strengthening professionalisation of evaluation in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.Resource