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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 […]
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Does your organization aspire to do research? Going beyond routine program monitoring and evaluation, research is a systematic investigation conducted to contribute to or fill a gap in evidence or knowledge. Impact evaluations are common research projects in refugee resettlement work. Regardless of the motivation, research including impact evaluations can be difficult for an organization […]
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In resettlement work, when staff time and capacity are limited, data-related tasks can sometimes feel much less important than delivering services to clients. Staff in charge of data entry may feel overwhelmed by other responsibilities or feel a duty to prioritize client-facing work. On the other hand, staff in charge of managing data quality may […]
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Webinar Overview: Collecting and using client feedback data is essential to strong program design and implementation. However, it can be difficult for newcomer service providers to do so effectively, particularly with limited resources. This webinar presented the basics of collecting and using client feedback. In addition to traditional data collection approaches such as surveys and […]
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An end-of-project learning meeting is a meeting, workshop, or other form of consultation that takes place at the end of a project or project cycle. Its goal is to reflect on successes and challenges and capture project learning to inform future programming. You can use this template as a guide when planning end-of-project learning meetings […]
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Meaningful informed consent entails more than a participant’s signature on a consent form. The steps that we take for obtaining consent are crucial to safeguarding participants’ dignity, autonomy and well-being, especially when collecting data from vulnerable populations. This template is intended to serve as a starting point when developing a consent form for a research […]
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To deliver data-driven, evidence-based programs for refugees, we need to ask the right questions and gather the right information. Data collection methods determine the type of information we can gather and influence data quality, affect the conclusions we’re able to draw, and have budget implications. Each data collection method has its pros and cons. To […]
