Tag Archives: complexity

Evaluation and complexity

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Patricia Rogers

I’ve recently been running workshops on purposeful program theory in Australia, New Zealand and the United States. It’s been a great treat to explore with so many different people how we might develop, represent and use program theory for policies … Continue reading →

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Launch of Developmental Evaluation – Washington DC Wed 7/21

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Patricia Rogers

Fad or real progress? Useful concept or distracting buzzword? Michael Patton ‘s new book “Developmental Evaluation: Applying Complexity Concepts to Enhance Innovation and Use” goes beyond the theory and the jargon to present many, many examples that show the practicality and value of complexity approaches to evaluation.

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Video illustrating the application of complexity rules

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Patricia Rogers

A tangible illustration of a complex phenomenon that is not readily described in terms of averages or linear models.

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Show me the change – a conference on complexity and evaluating behaviour change

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Patricia Rogers

Interesting conference in terms of content and processes in Melbourne May 4-6 at the Abbotsford Convent: Behaviour change and evaluation are both complex and fascinating fields. With an increasing awareness of the need to implement community-wide change towards a more … Continue reading →

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Evaluation Revisited: Improving the quality of evaluative practice by embracing complexity

Posted on March 19, 2010 by Patricia Rogers

How should evaluation address the complexity of many programs and policies? “Evaluation Revisited: Improving the Quality of Evaluative Practice by Embracing Complexity” May 20- 21, 2010 Utrecht, the Netherlands, will explore evaluation practices that reconcile an understanding of complex societal change processes with quality standards, including rigorous, ethical concerns, appropriateness & feasibility. Continue reading →

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