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Evaluation Design and Methods (MEA 205)

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Programme: IPSD Diploma in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Updated: 2026-09-17 00:18:23
MEA 205 – EVALUATION DESIGN AND METHODS   Module Objective To introduce learners to the principles and methods used to design credible programme evaluations.   Learning Outcomes   Learners should be able to: 1. Explain evaluation purposes. 2. Identify different evaluation designs. 3. Develop evaluation questions. 4. Select evaluation criteria. 5. Develop evaluation matrices. 6. Select appropriate methods. 7. Develop evaluation terms of reference. 8. Design mixed-method evaluations. 9. Understand validity and reliability. 10. Develop an evaluation plan.   Module Content 1. Evaluation concepts 2. Evaluation purposes 3. Formative evaluation 4. Process evaluation 5. Outcome evaluation 6. Impact evaluation 7. Summative evaluation 8. Evaluation questions 9. Evaluation criteria 10. Evaluation matrix 11. Evaluation design 12. Quantitative evaluation methods 13. Qualitative evaluation methods 14. Mixed-method evaluation 15. Validity 16. Reliability 17. Evaluation sampling 18. Evaluation ethics 19. Evaluation Terms of Reference 20. Evaluation reporting   Practical Output Develop a complete evaluation plan and evaluation matrix.  

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