The Logic behind Logic Models

1. The Logic behind Logic Models Comfort Brown, Presenter cniecybrown@yahoo.com Adapted from Ohio Department of Public Safety (Logic Model) OCJS

2. Goals of Training Participants will understand • The basics of logic model planning & development • Different logic model formats

3. Logic Model Training Agenda • Welcome & Introduction • Basic Housekeeping information • Logic Model Basics • Logic Model Development and Planning Skills • Practicing the Skills

4. Logic Model Basics • Presents a “snapshot” of a program • Graphic representation of the program, “theory” or “action” – what it invests, what it does, and what results are achieved. • Many different models available – no right way. • Logical chain of if-then relationships. • If x occurs then y will occur. A logic model is your program ROAD MAP

5. Logic Model Basics • Provides the core of planning and evaluation • Helps identify the connection between what we do and impact the program is having. • Provides a common vocabulary and helps in program planning. • Helps focus on quality and continuous improvement.

6. Demand for Increased Accountability • What gets measured gets done. • If you don’t measure results, you can’t tell success from failure. • If you can’t see success, you can’t reward it. • If you can’t reward success, you’re probably rewarding failure. • If you can’t see success, you can’t learn from it. • If you can’t recognize failure, you can’t correct it. • If you can demonstrate results, you can win public support.

7. What does a logic model look like? • Many formats possible. Use what works for your program, agency, group. • Graphic display of boxes and arrows, either vertical or horizontal that depicts relationships / linkages • Any shape possible • Circular, dynamic • Cultural adaptations; storyboards • Level of detail • Simple • Complex • Multiple models may be needed to describe and explain complex initiatives or systems.

8. Logic Model Example

9. Logic Model Vocabulary • Goal= Impact • Objectives(participant focused)= Outcomes • Activities =Outputs • Outputs may signify “tangible” accomplishments as a result of activities • Impact =Long-term outcome

10. More Logic Model Vocabulary • Other terms for Goal= Objective or A long-term outcome • Other terms for Resources= Inputs or Program investments • Other terms for Activities =Processes, Strategies, Methods, or Action steps • Other terms for Outputs= Deliverables, Units of service, or Products • Other terms for Outcome = Results, Impacts, or Objectives

11. Benefits of Logic Model • Provides a common language. • Helps us differentiate between “what we do” and “results” --- outcomes. • Increases understanding about program. • Guides and helps focus work. • Leads to improved planning and management. • Increases intentionality and purpose. • Provides coherence across complex tasks, diverse environments.

12. Logic Model and Planning • Applies at any level: national plan, statewide plan, individual plan of work, specific project/activity plan. • Focus on outcomes: “start with end in mind”. • It is a framework for describing the relationships between investments, activities and results. • It provides a common approach for integrating planning, implementation, evaluation and reporting.

13. Check Your Logic Model • Is it meaningful? • Does it make sense? • Is it doable? • Can it be verified? Source: University of Wisconsin - Extension

14. Writing Good Outcomes SMART objectives: Specific Measurable Attainable Results-oriented Timed

15. Beginning with the end in mind… Evaluation Needs/asset assessment: What are the characteristics, needs, priorities of target population? What are potential barriers/facilitators? What is most appropriate? Process evaluation: How is program implemented? Fidelity of implementation? Are activities delivered as intended? Are participants being reached as intended? What are participant reactions? Outcome evaluation: To what extent are desired changes occurring? For whom? Is the program making a difference? What seems to work? Not work? What are unintended outcomes?

16. Focus on EvaluationWhat do you (and others) want to know about this program? Parents increase knowledge of child develop Parents identify appropriate actions to take Develop parent ed curriculum Targeted parents attend Staff Improved child-parent relations Deliver series of interactive sessions Parents better understand their own parenting style Money Parents use effective parenting practices Partners Strong families Parents gain skills in effective parenting practices Facilitate support groups Research Who/how many attended/did not attend? Did they attend all sessions? Supports groups? Were they satisfied – will they come again? To what extent did knowledge and skills increase? For whom? Why? What else happened? To what extent are relations improved? Does this result in stronger families? What amount of $ and time were invested? How many sessions were actually delivered? How effectively? # and quality of support groups? To what extent did behaviors change? For whom? Why? What else happened?

17. Sample Logic Model Program Evaluation Logic Model: Mysteries Community Clinic Senior Care Program

18. Sample Logic Model

19. Practicing the SkillsLogic Model Template

20. Practicing the SkillsLogic Model Template

21. Developing an Outcomes ChainOutcomes don’t just happen at once…

22. Practicing the Skills

23. Q&A