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continuous monitoring data as an evidence base for impact evaluation: practical and theoretical concerns
David Martyn & Keith Magee, Camara EducationDSAI Conference, 19th November 2015
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Contents1.Objectives2.Background to Camara3.The Projects4.Solution, Information, Theory5.In Practice6.Challenges and Future Plans
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Objectives of this presentation:1.Describe how Camara are approaching this issue;2.Describe how better quality information has influenced project decision-making.
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Objectives of creating an ‘evidence base’1.Improved data quality;2.Results focus;3.Opportunity to learn and adapt approaches.
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Background to Camara Education
International NGO
Educational Outcomes
21st Century Skills
Technology Enhanced Education Solutions
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The ProjectsICT Programme for Junior
Secondary Education Project in Zambia (2015-2016)
•Funded by Irish Aid•Improve the learning environment in schools engaged in the new Computer Studies curriculum
iMlango project•Funded by DFID (Girls Education Challenge)•Improve the enrollment, retention, and learning outcomes for 55,000 girls
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SolutionImprove the quality of impact-related evidence at activity and project level(Vaessen et al, 2014)
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Information1.Information about the nature of the intervention;2.Information about the context of the intervention.(Perrin 2012)
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Theory
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In Practice
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In Practice
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Challenges
Zambia•Load shedding•Security
Kenya•Teachers on strike•Data overload
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Future Plans•Combine the two approaches•Use Brcks to overcome internet problem•More curriculum aligned content•Data analysis skills