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Developing an Evaluation Framework
How to establish a systematic framework for evaluation
Using ChatGPT for Funding Applications
How to improve the quality and impact of your proposals
Upcoming workshops
Using ChatGPT for Funding Applications | Workshop
January 31, 2024 (09:00)
How to improve the quality and impact of your proposals This workshop is designed to help individuals and organizations leverage the power of ChatGPT, an advanced language model, to boost your efficiency and effectiveness in creating funding applications. Whether you are applying for grants, seeking investments, or soliciting donations, this workshop will provide you with valuable insights and practical techniques to improve the quality and impact of your proposals. Through interactive discussions, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples, participants will learn how to effectively use ChatGPT to craft compelling narratives, address funder requirements, and increase the chances of securing funding for their projects.
Introduction to Survey Design | Workshop
February 07, 2024 (09:00 a.m.)
Design high quality surveys to get accurate and inclusive results Ever wonder how to make a survey stand out and get accurate results? This hands-on training provides practical guidance on how to develop surveys in line with well-established best practices. You will learn the fundamentals of survey design and gain practical skills to design surveys that yield accurate data and generate valuable insights. This training covers essential topics such as formulating clear and unbiased survey questions, selecting appropriate response formats, and structuring surveys for maximum impact. Through interactive training, you will learn the principles of survey design and how to optimize the quality and reliability of your survey data.
Using ChatGPT for Survey Design | Workshop
February 29, 2024 (09:00)
How to fast track your survey design process Step into the future of survey design with the Methods for Change ChatGPT training workshop, delivered by Professor Eric Jensen. ChatGPT can fast track your survey design process, but you still need a good strategy and judgment to ensure quality. This training will equip you to tap into the power of AI, streamline your survey creation process, and gather meaningful data and actionable insights. Learn how to navigate the capabilities of ChatGPT to generate effective questions and response options that truly engage your audience. You can also set up your survey questions with ChatGPT-enhanced data analysis in mind, drastically reducing the time required to complete your project. This hands-on, expert-led workshop will guide you in harnessing the full potential of ChatGPT. Join us for this transformative experience and stop missing out on the benefits of a ChatGPT-enhanced survey development process.
Using ChatGPT for Communications | Workshop
March 05, 2024 (15:00)
How to enhance your content creation process Join us for an immersive workshop series that explores the transformative potential of ChatGPT in enhancing communication strategies and content creation. Whether you’re a science communicator, marketer, content creator, or social media enthusiast, this workshop is designed to equip you with the skills to leverage ChatGPT for creating captivating narratives for videos, engaging social media content, and impactful communication materials such as posters and infographics. Discover how ChatGPT can revolutionize your content creation process and elevate your communication efforts to new heights.
Developing a Theory of Change | Workshop
March 13, 2024 (09:00)
How to map out your pathway to impact In this live online workshop, we will help you through the process of planning strategically for research impact. We will cover important decisions that you will need to make about your impact strategy. First, you will self-assess which impacts you hope to achieve, and what change you would like to see as a result of your research or engagement. Once you refine your impact objectives and ensure they are realistic, we will guide you through the process of developing a robust and evidence-based theory of change, a dynamic tool that systematically conceptualize pathways for targeted impacts. Through practical examples and hands-on activities, you will learn how to articulate realistic goals and objectives, and outline the necessary intermediate outcomes and interventions. We will explore various frameworks and methodologies for developing theories of change and discuss best practices for stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
Stakeholder Analysis for Research Impact | Workshop
March 28, 2024 (09:00)
How to analyze who is relevant to engage This live online workshop delivers hands-on guidance on how to undertake a stakeholder analysis following the most up-to-date best practices. You will learn how to analyze who is relevant to engage in decision-making processes by interests, influence and impact, using the 3i methodological framework. This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to implement the 3i framework, selecting the methods appropriate to your specific circumstances. The results from such a stakeholder analysis will light your way to expanding your research impact and mitigating risks. During the workshop, you will be able to develop your analysis plans, with expert feedback. You will also be provided with templates for different ways of collecting data and reporting your results.
Evaluating Impact with Surveys | Workshop
April 11, 2024 (09:00)
How to generate meaningful impact evaluation insights In this live online workshop, we will explore the intricacies of impact evaluation and how surveys play a crucial role in capturing relevant data. Whether you’re involved in social impact initiatives, non-profit organizations, or research endeavors, this workshop will provide you with the skills and knowledge to design surveys that generate meaningful impact evaluation insights. Through practical examples and hands-on activities, you will learn how to develop high-quality survey questions for impact evaluation. We will delve into the importance of survey design elements such as sampling techniques, measurement scales, and data validation methods to ensure robust and reliable impact measurement results. This workshop allows you to refine your survey questions in a supportive environment, receiving expert feedback. Additionally, it offers a platform for engaging with other professionals who are also involved in the development of impact evaluation surveys.
Using ChatGPT for Data Analysis | Workshop
April 24, 2024 (09:00)
How to enhance your research outcomes If you are not yet using AI tools such as ChatGPT, you are missing out on a major opportunity to save time and boost quality at the same time. ChatGPT cannot do everything, but it can drastically reduce the time required to deliver a good quality analysis and report based on your survey data. Join workshop lead, Professor Eric A. Jensen and explore how you can effortlessly analyze and write up descriptive statistics and qualitative survey responses using this AI-driven tool. Strategic use of ChatGPT can give you the results you need, while requiring minimal editing when your research and survey design are carefully structured. This workshop will equip you with the tools to leverage the advanced capabilities of ChatGPT to enhance your research outcomes. Don’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your research methodology. Enroll now and unleash the unparalleled potential of ChatGPT in your survey-based evaluation and social research endeavors!
Designing Surveys for Children | Workshop
May 15, 2024 (16:00)
How to develop child-friendly impact questions In this workshop, we will delve into the art and science of crafting surveys tailored specifically for children, ensuring that their voices are heard and their perspectives are accurately captured. Whether you’re an educator, researcher, or professional in child-related fields, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical skills to create age-appropriate surveys that yield meaningful data. We will explore well-established quality assurance steps, including child-friendly survey design principles and ethical procedures to collect data from children. During the live workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to develop child-friendly survey questions and response options with feedback from experts, as well as discuss your ideas and receive feedback from other professionals working on surveys designed for children.
Introduction to Evaluation Design | Workshop
May 29, 2024 (09:00)
Design an evaluation to see what is working and why In this live online workshop, we will explore the foundations of evaluation design and equip you with the tools to plan and execute evaluations that generate meaningful insights. Whether you’re involved in program management, research, or organizational development, this workshop will provide you with a solid understanding of evaluation design. Through practical examples and interactive exercises, you will learn how to establish clear evaluation objectives, develop appropriate evaluation questions, and select the most suitable evaluation methods. We will discuss various evaluation approaches, such as formative and summative evaluations, and their respective uses in different contexts. Additionally, we will delve into considerations for data collection, analysis, and interpretation to ensure rigor and validity in evaluation studies. You will gain valuable insights on how to effectively communicate evaluation findings to stakeholders and utilize evaluation results for decision-making and program improvement.
Introduction to Survey Design | Workshop
June 12, 2024 (16:00)
Design high quality surveys to get accurate and inclusive results Ever wonder how to make a survey stand out and get accurate results? This hands-on training provides practical guidance on how to develop surveys in line with well-established best practices. You will learn the fundamentals of survey design and gain practical skills to design surveys that yield accurate data and generate valuable insights. This training covers essential topics such as formulating clear and unbiased survey questions, selecting appropriate response formats, and structuring surveys for maximum impact. Through interactive training, you will learn the principles of survey design and how to optimize the quality and reliability of your survey data.
Evaluating Long-term Impact with Surveys | Workshop
June 27, 2024 (09:00)
How to evaluate lasting impact Impact is the difference that people and organizations make in the world, and long-term impact is the impact that can stand the test of time. Accurately capturing long-term impact through surveys is a specialized craft that requires training. This workshop will equip you with tried and tested methods of gathering robust long-term impact evidence. You’ll learn how to create surveys that will help you gather strong and reliable data. In this workshop, you’ll be able to refine your survey questions in a supportive environment and receive expert feedback. Additionally, it offers a platform for engaging with other professionals who are also involved in the development of long-term impact evaluation surveys.
Structure and Approach
Join our Zoom-based workshops which serve a dual purpose:
- Develop new know-how and skills around the topic
- Practical work done on a real planned activity or evaluation, with expert support and feedback
For this reason, there is a back-and-forth rhythm between presentations, breakout discussions and plenary discussions. Throughout, our experts provide feedback and practical recommendations.
Testimonials
I liked the fact that there was a breakout group session for each section, where the participants reflected on questions and afterwards presented and ask questions to the facilitator.
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The breakout rooms and opportunities to ask questions and gather feedback from the facilitators was invaluable.
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I really liked being able to ask questions to professionals during the workshop. It was more organic and engaging.
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I found the time spent in the group sessions with other participants to be the most useful because it allowed me to hear concrete examples from people in similar situations.
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Eric and Aaron have a wealth of experience and offered great insight. They are brilliant!
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The conversations with others and the discussion near the end were really helpful - it helped to see what others are doing, how, and why.
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