2. Evaluating Impact training: The Nuts and Bolts of Evaluation

In the second of 3 modules, this training course will build on the learning from Module 1 – an Introduction, by exploring evaluation processes in more detail. You will find out more about how to gather the right data and evidence of your impact, the best way of analysing and interpreting the evidence, and how to create a plan to measure your impact.

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What will be covered in this module?

• What to evaluate at different stages of your work
• Asking the right questions
• Data gathering methods
• Qualitative and quantitative evaluation: choosing the right method for the situation
• Developing an evaluation plan

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Who is it suited to?

This module is suitable for project staff and service leads who understand outcomes and indicators and who plan service evaluation activities.

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What will you learn?

The training is divided into theory and practice. You will gain practical experience by applying learnings to your unique setting or service. You will develop the capability to:

• Choose the right evaluation method at different stages of your work​
• Develop an evaluation plan
• Gather the right data and ask the right questions

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Next steps

This training programme is divided into 3 modules:

Module 1: Evaluating Impact: an Introduction

Module 2: The Nuts and Bolts of Evaluation

Module 3: Telling the Story of Your Data

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Each module will be delivered online, in two half-day sessions. Since experience and prior knowledge varies, those without a background in evaluating projects are encouraged to attend all three modules, while those with experience can choose to attend module 2 or 3, or both.

You can purchase individual modules or a discounted package for all 3 modules.

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Module 2: Session dates & tickets

£150/ €200 per person per module £400/ €550 per person for all 3 modules

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Session 1:

Thursday 3 April (Online 9:30am - 1pm)

Session 2:

Tuesday 8 April (Online 9:30am - 1pm)

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‍To register please contact: ECOtraining@effectiveservices.org

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