Summative Evaluation: The end of the story?
Effective program execution and results hinge not only on implementation but also on a comprehensive evaluation. Today, we’re exploring summative evaluation, its significance, and how it compares to formative evaluation…. Read More
Social Marketing in Public Health Amidst a Pandemic
In an era dominated by social media, traditional ways of conveying public health messages have evolved remarkably. The new kid on the block is “social marketing”, a strategy that uses… Read More
Having fun in Boston preventing HAI
Returning to Boston and collaborating with our friends at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) felt like a stroke of fortune. We were thrilled to have the opportunity to contribute… Read More
Using the Kirkpatrick Framework for Effective Evaluation
In training and development, evaluating the effectiveness of a program is just as crucial as the planning and implementation stages. The evaluation process can, however, be challenging to navigate, often… Read More
Essentials of Human Research Subjects Training
When we navigate the vast and complex world of human research, one crucial factor stands at the forefront: ensuring ethical conduct during the study. Therefore, understanding and complying with the… Read More
Program Evaluation Basics
Program evaluation is a systematic method for collecting, analyzing, and using information to answer questions about projects, policies, and programs, particularly their effectiveness and efficiency. Understanding the basics of this… Read More
Understanding Program Evaluation in Nonprofits: The Key to Effective Service Delivery
When discussing nonprofits, we often think of charity, goodwill, and change makers. We sometimes overlook the importance of monitoring and evaluating these organizations’ efforts to ensure they are having the… Read More
Empowering Small Businesses Growth with Data Analysis
Evaluation and data analysis isn’t just for non-profits. In today’s competitive business landscape, small businesses need every advantage to thrive and stay ahead. Data analysis can level the playing field…. Read More
Getting Started with AI for Nonprofits
In the world of technology, features often get a lot of buzz for a while and then die down – take that of Facebook’s metaverse (still happening? Who knows…) or… Read More
Can Implementation Science inform Climate Change action?
Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges we face as a global community. Despite a consensus among scientists about the severity of the problem and clear solutions to… Read More
Another look at supershoes: The Marathon
In a recent post, I delved into the remarkable impact of Supershoes on the performance of athletes in the men’s 5000 meters race. The findings were nothing short of astonishing…. Read More
Empowerment Evaluation Unleashed: Elevating Private Sector Business Strategies to New Heights
The concept of empowerment evaluation (EE) has traditionally found its stronghold within the realm of non-profit organizations, schools, and government settings. As a participatory approach to program evaluation, it aims… Read More
