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I came across an interesting document online, “Conceptual Framework for Developing Evaluation Capacities,” prepared as an input for a 2010 publication by the International Development Evaluation Association (IDEAS) and the World Bank’s Independent Evaluation Group (IEG). The author presents a framework for strengthening evaluation capacities to support accountability and learning within organizations and at the national level. The framework is built around three core principles of high-quality evaluation: independence, credibility, and utility. To strengthen these qualities, the author suggests a multi-level approach that looks at the individual level (knowledge and ethics), the institutional level (systems and structural safeguards), and the enabling environment (a culture of learning and supportive policies). In short, I find this framework useful. It is conceptually strong but also grounded in real-world practice. I can easily relate it to my own work in promoting evaluatio...

Understanding research philosophy is essential for researchers and M&E professionals because it guides research design, clarifies assumptions about knowledge, and improves data interpretation. It also helps them choose methods that best address their research questions and allows flexibility to combine different approaches when needed. In addition, i t strengthens credibility and rigor, ensures findings are actionable and useful for stakeholders, and enables the identification of hidden mechanisms behind social issues, such as economic or structural barriers.  With this in mind, I  have   briefly  shared the four main research philosophies  in the image below. Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitarian #publichealth 

This paper clearly explains the concepts of attribution and contribution and outlines methods for assessing them.   Attribution   is commonly understood as identifying changes that were directly caused by a specific program or organization.   Contribution , in contrast, is more loosely defined and refers to situations where an intervention is one of several factors that helped bring about a change. As outcomes become more distant from immediate outputs and harder to measure, assessing contribution becomes increasingly difficult. This is particularly evident in complex programs such as governance,    climate change,  or  social change, where multiple actors are involved and interventions may span many years or even decades. Organizations may be able to demonstrate their contribution to short-term changes that are closely linked to their activities. However,   determining  their role in longer-term change is often much more challenging. Li...

The OED Capacity Development Evaluation Framework (2019) published by FAO provides a practical approach to evaluating capacity development in organizations. It examines individual skills, organizational performance, and broader system-level factors, with a strong focus on sustainability, interconnections, and participatory approaches. In addition, it brings together evaluation matrices, indicators, and practical tools across these three levels.  By combining OECD concepts with FAO's capacity development strategy, it offers robust multi-level analysis.  Overall, it is a useful resource worth exploring for those involved in capacity development assessments. Link to the document: https://openknowledge.fao.org/server/api/core/bitstreams/ef39e29b-c742-479b-ae16-949c1d484c53/content Citation: FAO. 2019. OED Capacity Development Evaluation Framework . Rome. Hnin Ei Lwin #Monitoring #Evaluation #Reporting #Research #MEARL #social #development #humanitaria...