This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. Evaluations are important tools for assessing the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of programs and initiatives. They provide valuable insights that inform decision-making, resource allocation, and strategic planning. You can discover more reasons why you should evaluate by exploring our infographic here. […]
(Mostly Free) Resources for Learning How to Code Qualitative Data
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. What is coding for qualitative data? If you’ve found your way to this article, you probably have an idea of what coding for qualitative data looks like. Hint: It doesn’t require knowing Python, C++ or any other programming language. Qualitative coding is […]
The Frustration of Searching for Evaluation Content
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. If you are an evaluator, or someone interested in learning more about evaluation, you might have experienced the frustration of searching for evaluation-related content online. The word evaluation is used in so many different contexts and industries, that it can be […]
Playing the Fool: Why Asking a Few Silly Questions Makes You a Better Evaluator
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. As evaluators, it’s our job to ask questions. When I tell people about what my company does, I tell them we help organizations that do good, to do better, by asking the right questions and answering them. Through asking and answering questions, we […]
Evaluating for Spread and Scale
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. This article is rated as: These two words go together so nicely, “spread and scale”; they kind of roll off the tongue. I wonder how many of us would struggle to define or, perhaps more importantly, distinguish the two. Earlier in my career, […]
Empowering Evaluators: 12 Training Ideas Beyond Conventional Evaluation
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. This article is rated as: “What other training should I take?” This question can be tricky to answer for both emerging and experienced evaluators. Emerging evaluators can get a good sense of what complements their evaluation training by looking at job […]
Ribbon Skirts, Ceremony, and Evaluation
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. This article is rated as: A real-world example I am of settler-Métis descent and a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. Currently, I live in Medicine Hat which falls in Treaty 7 and Treaty 4 territory. My family comes from […]
What I Look for When Hiring a New Evaluator
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. This article is rated as: Early in your career, it can be hard to know what field you want to work in, let alone feel confident in finding a job. If you’re thinking that you might want to become an evaluator, or you’re […]
New Infographic: Monitoring vs. Evaluation
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. This article is rated as: Eval Academy just released a new infographic: Monitoring vs. Evaluation Who’s it for? This infographic is for anyone looking to learn more about the difference between monitoring and evaluation. What’s the purpose? The Monitoring vs. Evaluation […]
Three Things Evaluators Can Learn from Psychologists
This is an Eval Central archive copy, find the original at evalacademy.com. This article is rated as: Different professions have unique strengths and skills! Recognizing these provides us as evaluators with a great opportunity to learn from other professions to enhance our own work. February is National Psychology Month here in Canada, and […]