ELC – Certificate in Evaluation Methods and Practice (ELC-CEMP)
The Certificate in Evaluation Methods and Practice provides a foundational understanding of evaluation practice. With learning objectives aligned with globally recognized evaluator competency frameworks, those who complete this certificate will understand:
- What differentiates evaluation from other fields of practice;
- How to select evaluation approaches and theories appropriately;
- How to use evidence to make evaluative judgments;
- How to use evaluation in pursuit of social justice and common good; and
- How to compellingly advocate for the value that evaluative thinking and practice can bring to any field.
To earn the ELC-CEMP, learners must complete the following requirements:
At least four of the following foundational courses:
- Being an Evaluator: A Journey into the World of Evaluation Practice
- Blended Evaluation: How to Weave Together Frameworks to Optimize Evaluation Design
- Data Quality Fundamentals
- Evaluation Planning
- Mixed-Methods Research and Evaluation
- Participatory Data Analysis, Integration, and Synthesis
- Qualitative Research Methods for Evaluation
- Quantitative Research and Evaluation Methods
- Survey Design
- Using Interviews to Enhance Evaluation Practice
At least one of the following courses related to effective reporting:
- Data Storytelling
- Evaluation Briefers: Short-Reports Designed for Utilization
- Foundations in Data Visualization
- From Default to Dazzling: Creating Visual Evaluation Reports that Shine
- Report Redesign
- Talk Like Ted
At least one of following courses related to context and culturally responsive evaluation practice:
- Equity-Focused and Culturally Responsive Evaluation
- Equity and Social Justice Assessment and Evaluation
- Facilitating Evaluation
- Principles-Focused Evaluation
- Real-Time Evaluation RTE): Using Timely Evidence and Learning to Drive Improvement
- Transformative Evaluation: Using Mixed-Methods to Address Inequity and Adversity
Please note that the course does not need to be taken in any particular order.
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