• Usain Bolt: A Statistical Analysis of Speed

    Usain Bolt: A Statistical Analysis of Speed

    Usain Bolt is synonymous with speed, precision, and an unyielding drive for greatness. Known as the fastest man alive, Bolt’s performances in the 100-meter dash have left spectators in awe… Read More

  • Navigating the Stages of Collaboration

    Navigating the Stages of Collaboration

    Dive into the transformative world of collective engagement with Arthur Himmelman’s collaboration stages. His model – progressing from networking to coordination, cooperation, and finally collaboration – is a journey that… Read More

  • Leveraging Implementation Science for Business Success

    Leveraging Implementation Science for Business Success

    Implementation Science is a rapidly growing discipline dedicated to studying methods and strategies to promote the uptake of research findings into routine practice. But this isn’t just a field for… Read More

  • Developing a Marketing Plan Using the Getting to Outcomes 10-Step Framework

    Developing a Marketing Plan Using the Getting to Outcomes 10-Step Framework

    The Getting to Outcomes (GTO) framework, traditionally applied in the public health sector, is a 10-step approach to planning and evaluation proven to improve interventions’ quality and effectiveness. This framework… Read More

  • Applying Collective Impact in Program Evaluation

    Applying Collective Impact in Program Evaluation

    The field of social change has evolved significantly over the years, embracing approaches that foster synergy and maximize impact. One such progressive approach is the concept of Collective Impact, a… Read More

  • Advancing Social Equity with Community-Focused Evaluation

    Advancing Social Equity with Community-Focused Evaluation

    The quest for social equity is an enduring journey, a path filled with challenges that demand tailored, localized solutions. These solutions can only be designed effectively with a deep understanding… Read More

  • Our colleague is going to see NOFX

    Our colleague is going to see NOFX

    Our highly respected colleague, Rat Boy, will be traveling to see NOFX. We hope he has a good time. If he has time, we recommend he check out the Bouncing… Read More

  • The Challenges of Visualizing Intersectional Data

    The Challenges of Visualizing Intersectional Data

    Our ability to make sense of voluminous and multi-dimensional data is ever more critical in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. One area where this is particularly prominent is the… Read More

  • Revisiting the Past with Retrospective Pretests

    Revisiting the Past with Retrospective Pretests

    Updated November 16, 2023 In research design, we often use diverse methods to draw inferences, better understand our population of interest, and effectively address our research questions. When measuring change… Read More

  • The Tale of Homoscedasticity and Heteroscedasticity: Unveiling the Mystery of Variability

    The Tale of Homoscedasticity and Heteroscedasticity: Unveiling the Mystery of Variability

    When I was a younger graduate student, I learned the greatest word in statistics —Homoscedasticity. So let’s dive in to talk about homoscedasticity, heteroscedasticity, and why it matters even when… Read More

  • The Advantages of Being Data-Informed Over Data-Driven

    The Advantages of Being Data-Informed Over Data-Driven

    Across all sectors, data has undoubtedly become king. As organizations navigate an increasingly digital landscape, the demand for data has grown exponentially. We often hear buzzwords like “data-driven decision-making,” while… Read More

  • Leveraging Program Evaluation in the Private Sector: Unleashing the Power of Customer Understanding

    Leveraging Program Evaluation in the Private Sector: Unleashing the Power of Customer Understanding

    Today, businesses operate in an increasingly customer-centric world where understanding consumer needs, preferences, and behaviors is paramount. As competition intensifies and market dynamics become increasingly complex, businesses must move beyond… Read More