Making Evaluations Matter: A Practical Guide for Evaluators

Thu, 03/01/2012 - 11:47 — Cristina Sette

Publication Type:

Miscellaneous

Authors:

Cecile Kusters; Simone van Vugt; Seerp Wigboldus; Bob Williams; Jim Woodhill

Source:

Centre for Development Innovation, Wageningen University & Research centre, Wageningen, The Netherlands (2011)

URL:

http://www.cdi.wur.nl/NR/rdonlyres/66764817-54E3-4DCB-BD4F-806B403F892C/139231/2011_guide_MEMguide2.pdf

Keywords:

Evaluation

Abstract:

This guide is primarily for evaluators working in the international development sector. It is also useful for commissioner of evaluations, evaluation managers and M&E officers. The guide explains how to make evaluations more useful. It helps to better understand conceptual issues and appreciate how evaluations can contribute to changing mindsets and empowering stakeholders. On a practical level, the guide presents core guiding principles and pointers on how to design and facilitate evaluations that matter. Furthermore, it shows how to get primary intended users and other key stakeholders to contribute effectively to the evaluation process.

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