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The ABCs of Outcome Based Evaluation
The document outlines the purpose and structure of logic models, which serve as frameworks for understanding the relationships between actions and their desired outcomes in program planning. It emphasizes the importance of measuring changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors, as well as the volume of activities conducted. Additionally, it discusses the application of logic models in grant proposals and effectiveness evaluations.
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- 3. is for: objective,output, &
- 4. A change inknowledge, attitudes, values, interests, motivations , behaviors, skills, or conditions; as a result of one or more activities.
- 5. define the changeor benefit to people because of the action taken: % D attitudes % D knowledge % D skills, % D behaviors % D conditions measure the volume of the activity: # products created or delivered, # people served, #activities and # services carried out
- 6. A logic modelis a graphic representation that clearly identifies and lays out the logical relationships between conditions, inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes, and impacts. Logic models capture underlying assumptions and program theory.
- 7. A logic modelis a series of “ if-then” relationships that, if implemented as intended lead to the desired outcomes.
- 8. KISS keep it simple sugar Alogic model is a framework for describing the relationships between investments, activities, and results.
- 9. Short Term Medium Term Ultimate Impact LearningActions Conditions Awareness Behavior Social Knowledge Practice Economic Attitude Decision Making Civic Skills Policies Environmental Opinions Social Actions Aspirations Motivations What we do Who we reach workshops Stakeholders trainings Decision makers coaching sessions Employees assessments Interns facilitations
- 10. Conditions •Needs /Problems Activities •Strategies •Processes •Methods Inputs/Resource Requirements • People(‘s) ideas/time •Money •Equipment •Facilities •Supplies Outcomes •Short -Term 6 months – 1 to 2 years •Long –Term 3 - 6 years Outcome Measurements •Outcome Targets •Outcome Indicators Impact 7- 10 years aka A logic model may also be called a conceptual map, outcome map, change model, or a theory of change.
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- 12. Subjects Explored outcomes, outputs,logic models- as planning tools for change initiatives. Some Ways to Apply Information • Use as framework to relate and reference relationships. • Predetermine outcomes a/o output indicators for effectiveness. • Develop team goals and activities. • Use to develop logic models for grant/proposal submissions.