Institutional Learning and Change Initiative

The following text is drawn from Taylor-Powell et al  (1998).

Survey

Surveys can be designed to collect evaluative information on either discreet activities or continuous processes. Surveys are a standardized process for collecting information using structured questionnaires either through the mails (surface and eletronic), telephone, in-person, or in a centralized activity such as part of an event. We find collaboratives using surveys in a variety of ways, largely in needs assessments to determine attitudes and concerns, in outcome evaluation to document practices, and behavioral change, and in assessing levels of satisfaction with situations, services, collaborative operations.

Source: Taylor-Powell, E., B. Rossing, et al. (1998). Evaluating Collaboratives: Reaching the potential. Program Development and Evaluation. Madison, Wisconsin: University of Wisconsin-Extension: 190. http://learningstore.uwex.edu/pdf/G3658-8.PDF

References:

Guijt, I. and J. Woodhill (2002). Managing for Impact in Rural Development : A guide for project M & E. Rome, Italy: International Fund for Agricultural Development http://www.ifad.org/evaluation/guide/index.htm