An evaluation plan for your capstone change project.

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      Developing the Evaluation Plan An effective evaluation plan should answer the following questions:

1. What will be evaluated?
   • Reiterate the project's objectives and outcomes.
   • Identify specific indicators of success.
2. How will the evaluation be conducted?
   • Choose appropriate evaluation methods (surveys, interviews, observations, document analysis).
   • Determine data collection tools and procedures.
   • Establish data analysis methods (quantitative and/or qualitative).
3. When will the evaluation occur?
   • Determine evaluation timelines (baseline, mid-implementation, post-implementation).
   • Schedule data collection and analysis activities.
4. Who will be involved in the evaluation?
   • Identify key stakeholders (project team, participants, external evaluators).
   • Assign roles and responsibilities.
5. What resources are needed for the evaluation?
   • Identify necessary resources (time, personnel, budget).

Example Evaluation Plan Structure

Evaluation Component	Method	Data Collection Tool	Timeline	Responsible Party
Objective 1	Survey, interviews	Questionnaire, interview guide	Pre and post-implementation	Project team
Outcome 2	Document analysis	Relevant records	Post-implementation	Project team
Overall project impact	Stakeholder interviews	Interview guide	Post-implementation	External evaluator

Export to Sheets Key Considerations

• Involve stakeholders: Ensure the evaluation plan aligns with their needs and expectations.
• Use mixed methods: Combine quantitative and qualitative data for a comprehensive assessment.
• Consider ethical implications: Protect participant privacy and confidentiality.
• Be realistic: Set achievable evaluation goals and allocate sufficient resources.
• Utilize available data: Leverage existing data sources to maximize efficiency.

Example Evaluation Questions To guide your data collection, develop specific questions related to your objectives and outcomes:

• Did the intervention achieve its intended goals?
• What were the positive and negative impacts of the intervention?
• Were the allocated resources used effectively?
• What lessons learned can be applied to future projects?

By carefully developing and implementing an evaluation plan, you can gather valuable data to assess the effectiveness of your capstone change project and inform future initiatives.  

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Understanding the Foundation: Implementation Plan

Before diving into the evaluation plan, it's crucial to revisit your implementation plan. This document outlines:

• Objectives: What do you aim to achieve with your change project?
• Outcomes: What specific results do you expect to see?
• Resources: What human, financial, and technological resources are required?

By clearly understanding these elements, you can align your evaluation plan to measure the project's success in achieving its goals.