Tag Archives: reporting

The Friday Funny – every presentation

In Genuine Evaluation we focus a lot on asking the right questions, bringing an evaluative frame, and basing answers on sound evidence.  But effective communication is also an important part of genuine evaluation, which is why this video caught our … Continue reading

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What’s new and exciting in evaluation? Looking two seconds ahead

Stuart Henderson recently posed an interesting question on the AEA LinkedIn discussion forum: Having just returned from the AEA meetings and come across the book The Two Second Advantage (Ranadive and Maney), I’m wondering what people think are some exciting … Continue reading

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The Friday Funny: Ban Dihydrogen Monoxide!

A frequent theme here on Genuine Evaluation is appropriate reporting. Not just getting the facts right, but reporting them in a non-misleading way. Along those lines, check out this classic, in which all the information is technically correct, but … … Continue reading

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The Nation says ‘No’ – misrepresentation of a volunteer sample

Results from a self-selected samlple reported as if it really represents national sentiment. Sloppy reporting or a deliberate campaign against a new leader in Australia?

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“Ripping off the cloak of secrecy” – British PM pledge

New UK Government commits to “ripping off the cloak of secrecy”. How long will this thirst for transparency last?
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