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Ideas and tools to apply learning practices
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Quantitative Tools and Methods
Download this list of quantitative tools and methods that can be applied to evaluations.
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Checklist for Use of Qualitative Methods and Approaches
This checklist parallels one for quantitative methods. Basic characteristics such as relevance, validity, reliability, credibility, and practicality apply equally to…
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Comparing Sampling Strategies
This matrix provides guidance on comparing probability, purposive, and mixed method sampling strategies.
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Complexity-Aware Monitoring Discussion Note (Screencast)
This screencast covers information included in the Complexity-Aware Monitoring Discussion Note. The topic is intended for those seeking cutting-edge solutions to monitoring complex…
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Corruption Assessment Tools
This resource is a great starting point for researching and developing tools to measure corruption. Transparency International has collected a wide variety of methodologies…
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Lessons Learned from Evaluation: Using a Problem Tree Approach
This paper, written by M. J. Spilsbury, C. Perch, S. Norgbey, G. Rauniyar and C.Battaglino for the United Nations Environment Programme presents a framework for…
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Theories of Change and Indicator Development in Conflict Management and Mitigation
This report presents background information and key content related to a USAID-sponsored workshop on Theories of Change Indicator Development. The report opens with a brief review…
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The United States' Strategy for Meeting the Millennium Development Goals
The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are a symbol of our common humanity. They are a declaration of the world’s commitment to eradicating extreme poverty and hunger, achieving…
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Meta-Evaluation of Quality and Coverage of USAID Evaluations 2009-2012
This evaluation of evaluations, or meta-evaluation, was undertaken to assess the quality of USAID’s evaluation reports. The study builds on USAID’s practice of periodically…
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Bureau for Policy, Planning, and Learning: Evaluation of Program Cycle Implementation
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) established the Bureau of Policy, Planning and Learning (PPL) in 2010 to return policy and strategy functions to USAID…