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Thoughtful data collection is essential whether your goal is to carry out research, conduct evaluations, or monitor program performance and impact. A clear, intentional data collection plan helps us make sure we can collect the information we need, draw useful conclusions about our programs, and inform program budgets, staffing needs, and timelines. This document presents […]
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Program data can help us make informed decisions about the services we deliver. However, to be useful, data needs to be of good quality (relevant, valid, accurate, complete, and timely) and processes must be in place to regularly analyze and act upon this data and to feed learning back into program design and service delivery. […]
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Thoughtful data collection is essential whether your goal is to carry out research, conduct evaluations, or monitor program performance and impact. A clear, intentional data collection plan helps us make sure we can collect the information we need, draw useful conclusions about our programs, and inform program budgets, staffing needs, and timelines. This document presents […]
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A logic model is a graphic representation that defines all the building blocks required to bring about a given long-term goal. A theory of change (ToC) is a type of logic model that provides a visual representation of the change process, usually using arrows. Developing one can help your team: make sure that the logic […]
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A logic model is a tool that visually depicts the rationale behind an intervention. Logic models show how the activities you plan to implement can lead to the changes you hope to see. This tipsheet introduces the two most common types of logic models used for project design in resettlement work, theories of change and […]
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Logical frameworks, known as logframes, are project design tools that help you clearly outline the data you plan to collect to measure the results of a project. While logframes are sometimes required for grant proposals, you can also use them to support internal learning by planning to collect data that best helps you understand whether […]
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A research/evaluation after-action learning review is a process of reflection (via meeting, workshop, or other form of consultation) at the end of a research or evaluation project. Its goal is to reflect not on the program or policy studied, but on the design and implementation of the research/evaluation project itself. Learning from these meetings is […]
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Evaluation questions, also called key evaluation questions or KEQs, are the high-level questions an evaluation project is designed to answer. KEQs are not the individual questions you ask during data collection, such as those used in a survey questionnaire, interview, or focus group discussion. Instead, KEQs define what the project team seeks to learn and […]
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Research and evaluation projects are more likely to be successful if they are adequately resourced. The full cost of such a project goes beyond the staff hours needed to collect the necessary data. This tipsheet and checklist help you plan an appropriate budget for your research or evaluation project, prompting you to consider potential expenses […]
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In refugee resettlement, we often collect a lot of data to report on and learn about our programming. This is often a team effort, especially when it comes to collecting and entering data on case management programming. Quality data is key to a smooth reporting process and supports internal learning, so this guide includes tips […]
