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Objectives for Session Nine

Objectives for Session Nine. Observation Techniques Participatory Methods in Tanzania Hand back memos. Formative Evaluation Designs. Implementation focused, process-oriented Not program outcomes, effects, or impact Mix of methods Qualitative (non-numeric) and Quantitative (numeric)

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Objectives for Session Nine

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  1. Objectives for Session Nine • Observation Techniques • Participatory Methods in Tanzania • Hand back memos

  2. Formative Evaluation Designs • Implementation focused, process-oriented • Not program outcomes, effects, or impact • Mix of methods • Qualitative (non-numeric) and Quantitative (numeric) • Be as specific and precise with your design as possible • Sample instruments, questions, guides, coding strategy • Justify your decisions and data collection strategy • Validity, reliability, generalizability • Be sure to capture information on all relevant participants

  3. Observation Techniques • Utility of method • Way to gather information on program characteristics or implementation • Think about your research questions in advance – develop a protocol that guides your observation activities • Train observers, coders – ensure reliability • Participant observation • Subject reactivity

  4. Readings for Next Time • Two Coursepack Readings: • Patton, Michael Quinn. “Qualitative Analysis and Interpretation.” • Patton, Michael Quinn. “Deciphering Data and Reporting Results.” • Data Assignment #2 Due in One Week • In-class Data Activity on Monday – will also discuss research design issues

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