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How to Integrate Outcome Harvesting in Your Current Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System
This article gives you tips to integrate Outcome Harvesting into your existing Monitoring and Evaluation system so it is not a burden or 'add on'.
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Finding the Sweet Spot: How Many Indicators Do You Really Need?
Here is a question I get asked a lot "Ann, how many indicators are "enough" ? The fear is that if there are too few indicators, the...
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Culturally Responsive Evaluation: A Step-by-Step Guide
You're tasked with evaluating a program or project, and you want to make sure your evaluation process respects and reflects the diverse cultural backgrounds of the people involved. This is where the concept of "culturally responsive evaluation" comes into play. In this article, we'll break down what it is, why it's important, and provide you with practical steps to conduct a culturally responsive evaluation. What is Culturally Responsive Evaluation? Culturally responsive eval
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Reaping Evidence: The Power of Outcome Harvesting in Evaluation
What is Outcome Harvesting? Picture this, instead of predicting the outcomes of a project or program from the start, you collect them as...
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Evaluation Reporting Secrets: How to Make Stakeholders Stand Up and Take Notice
Creating an effective evaluation report is a balance of art and science. While the data itself provides objective insights, transforming...
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5 Monitoring and Evaluation Resolutions for 2024
Here are 5 resolutions to enhance your professional life over the next 12 months. 1. Brush up on your knowledge and skills. Lifelong...
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ChatGPT for M&E Experts: Writing Prompts for Impactful Insight
If you work in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and haven't tried using Artificial Intelligence (AI) models like ChatGPT yet, you're missing out! AI models are revolutionizing many industries, and M&E is no exception. In this blog post, I'll explain what chatbot prompts are and give beginner tips for constructing effective prompts to assist with your M&E responsibilities. What are Prompts? In simple terms, prompts are instructions or questions you give to an AI model like Chat
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Mastering the Art of Facilitation: A Workshop for Successful Development Practitioners
I am excited to announce my weeklong course on Facilitation Skills for Development and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Practitioners from...
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What is a Learning Agenda? A Step-by-Step Guide
In the ever-evolving landscape of international development and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), organizations must constantly adapt and learn to achieve their goals effectively. In this blog post, designed for professionals working in organizations within the international development and M&E sectors, I will explore what a learning agenda is and provide practical steps for creating one. What is a Learning Agenda?
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8 Common Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) are critical components of any successful project or program. They provide insights into progress, help...
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