About the Book: Evaluation and Impact Assessment
This book, serves as a comprehensive guide for students, professionals, and
practitioners involved in planning, managing, and assessing development
programmes and interventions. Structured into five logical blocks, the book
systematically covers the conceptual foundations, tools, processes, and
practical applications of evaluation.
Beginning with Block 1, it introduces the basics of evaluation and explores key
evaluation theories that inform modern assessment practices. Block 2 focuses on
the evaluation process itself—how evaluations are conducted, designed, and
refined, including meta-evaluation techniques to ensure quality and
accountability.
Block 3 equips readers with essential programme management techniques,
including SWOT analysis, bar charts, and stakeholder