Project and program evaluation is the systematic process of assessing the design, implementation, and outcomes of projects or programs to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability. It involves collecting and analyzing data to make informed decisions about planning, implementing, and improving projects and programs.
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Purpose:
To determine if a project or program is achieving its intended objectives and to identify areas for improvement.
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Types:
Evaluations can be formative (conducted during the project) or summative (conducted after the project’s completion).
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Process:
Involves planning, data collection, analysis, reporting, and using findings to inform decisions.
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Importance:
Evaluation informs stakeholders about the outcomes and impacts of a project or program, helps improve future design and implementation, and provides accountability.
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Benefits:
Improved program quality, identification of strengths and weaknesses, informed decision-making, and demonstration of impact.
