2.012 - PDC03: Developmental Evaluation in Action: Multimodal Narratives to Democratize Evidence in Real-Time

Session Type: Professional Development Course

Abstract

This course provides participants with introductory knowledge in the fundamentals of Developmental Evaluation (DE) and its implementation, including the role and use of the Theory of Change/Action. The course is focused on how developmental evaluators track, document, and help interpret the nature and implications of innovations and adaptations as they unfold, and help extract lessons and insights from both processes and outcomes to inform the ongoing adaptive innovative process. Situational analysis and case studies will be used to authenticate the information being presented in order to equip evaluators with the practical application of DE within the complex, dynamic environments they may experience in their work. Throughout the course participants will be invited to apply their learning to the programs/ evaluation activities in which they are involved. This course is:
• at the intermediate level and requires at minimum an intermediate understanding of program evaluation terms and methodology.
• for those in education who see themselves as social innovators who often find themselves dealing with problems, trying out strategies, and striving to achieve goals that emerge from their engagement with the change process.
Participants are encouraged to bring their laptops so they can take advantage of the electronic tools shared in the course.

Sub Unit

• Professional Development and Training Committee

Director

• Keiko Kuji-Shikatani, Ontario Ministry of Education

Instructors

• Megan Borner, Ontario Ministry of Education

• Wendy Rowe, Royal Roads University