The systematic collection and analysis of information about the characteristics and outcomes of strategies, projects, and activities conducted as a basis for judgments to improve effectiveness, and timed to inform decisions about ongoing and future programming.
Evaluation is distinct from assessment or an informal review of projects.
Outcome mapping is a methodology for planning, monitoring and evaluating development initiatives in order to bring about sustainable social change. As the name suggests, its niche…
The link provides guidance on the Evaluation Registry, which contains information on planned, ongoing and completed evaluations. This material is available for USAID staff…
This content is currently under revision to align with the recently updated ADS 201. For guidance and support associated with revisions to ADS 201, please see the Program Cycle…
High-quality, evidence-based evaluations need to be rigorously managed at all stages, including planning, managing, sharing, reporting, using, and learning. Use the Evaluation…
This content is currently under revision to align with the recently updated ADS 201. For guidance and support associated with revisions to ADS 201, please see the Program Cycle…
This short guidance document provides five principles, ten tips, and three examples of developing good evaluation questions. A webinar on the topic is also available on USAID…