Theory Of Change In Agricultural Project Monitoring And Evaluation
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INTRODUCTION
This training course will provide participants with the knowledge and skill on the methodology of developing long-term goals and mapping them backwards to causal linkages in an initiative to achieve its shorter-term, intermediate, and longer-term outcomes. Relevant examples of application of theory of change in agriculture will be given.
DURATION
5 days
Outline
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Introduction to Change theory
- What is theory of change?
- What theories of change look like
- How they relate to strategic plans, logframes and M&E frameworks
- Steps in theory of change
- Identifying long-term goals
Module 2: Developing a change pathway
- Developing change pathways
- Developing and evidencing assumptions
- Backward mapping and connecting out
- Theory of change in relation to other frameworks (Logical framework, Result framework, Conceptual framework).
Module 3: Informing project and programme plans, M&E and impact assessment
- How to use theories of change to develop project and programme plans
- What to monitor and evaluate
- How impact assessment fits in
- Reflecting on and adapting theories of change
- Identifying assumptions
- Identifying indicators
- How to measure the implementation and effectiveness of the initiative
Module 4: Outcome framework
- Elements of the outcomes framework
- Benefits of developing an outcomes framework
- Steps in creating an outcome framework
Module 5: Contribution assessment framework and participatory methodologies
- Assessing contribution to change
- Participatory methods and tools for contribution assessment
- Reflecting on our assessment practices
- Intervention action and strategy
Schedules
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| Weekdays | 09:00 AM — 05:00 PM |
| No. of Days: | 5 |
| Total Hours: | 8 |
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