Data mapping even allows you to configure where your agreement and accompanying pdf files are storedso you can attach the files to any object in salesforce. Outcome mapping seeks to identify and assess changes in the. These resources will help course councils understand this process and. Outcome mapping was first developed by the international development resource centre idrc in the late 1990s as a way to identify and present the qualitative impact of idrc research in terms of changed behaviour and practice. A methodology that monitors change in complex, nonlinear development projects, where change may not take the form anticipated, and may not take place within the. Crossoutcome mapping project chesapeake bay program.
At a practi cal level, om is a set of tools and guidelines that steer project or programme teams through an iterative. Outcome mapping practitioner guide outcome mapping. Aug 25, 2015 outcome mapping is a methodology for planning, monitoring and evaluating development initiatives in order to bring about sustainable social change. It was originally developed by the international development research centre idrc to help evaluate the outcomes of its applied research granting programs. Outcome mapping focuses on changes in the behaviour of the people, groups and organisations influenced by a programme. Using outcome mapping as a monitoring and management tool in a small ruminant value chain project article october 2014 with 84 reads how we measure reads. Syllabus outcomes and content mapping grids stage 1 the templates for mapping syllabus outcomes and content have been provided to assist teachers in evaluating existing and planning new teachinglearning programs for the science k10 incorporating science. At a practi cal level, om is a set of tools and guidelines that steer project or programme teams through an iterative process to identify their desired change and to work. Building learning and reflection into development programs. Building learning and reflection into development programs earl, sarah, carden, fred, smutylo, terry, patten, michael quinn on. Mar 28, 2020 outcome mapping attempts to document changes in community behavior in an attempt to foster those that are supportive of program intent over the long term.
Outcome mapping is dynamic and easily adaptable to conform to the reality of a project. This is because the partner ownership is high enough to be able to see an effect, some observe changes and the programme influence is high enough to be able to say with some confidence that those changes originated from the intervention. It differs from traditional metrics in that it does not focus on measuring deliverables and its effects on primary beneficiaries but on behavioural change exhibited by secondary beneficiaries. Developed by the international development research centre idrc, om focuses on identifying, engaging and influencing key stakeholders to change their behaviour idrc.
This manual on outcome mapping cant provide the specific map you need. Outcome mapping may be used by leaders and managers as a tool for building the prerequisites to integrated care, defined in the literature as a shared vision and a common understanding of how the vision will be realized. Outcome mapping has increasingly been acknowledged. The process is shaped through a facilitated threeday workshop where the facilitator adapts the materials to the needs. We would like to continue the 100 ideas activity by collecting and promoting your project ideas. Development research centre idrc to help evaluate the outcomes of its applied. Mapping program learning outcomes unsw teaching staff gateway. The development of outcome mapping was driven by the international development research centre s idrc grantmaking philosophy combined with its commitment to learn from and report on the results of its support to researchers in less developed countries. Changes in the wellbeing of intended beneficiaries can occur before or after.
Pdf outcome mapping as methodology to monitor and evaluate. Indicate what evidence is collected and evaluated for programlevel outcomes. Outsiders turn up at a project and observe for a limited time, through their particular perspect\. A method for tracking behavioural changes in development programs terry smutylo introduction development agencies seeking to assess and report on the outcomes of their programs face significant challenges that are inherent in the development process. This is a great place to start if you are new to om. This is a winwin situation where the data is both entered and stored digital, and a paper form can also be created based on that.
Outcome mapping was originally developed by the international development research centre in canada, and the first comprehensive outcome mapping manual was produced in 2001. This presentation was filmed by the pan asia networking. Outcome mapping introduces monitoring and e s at the planning stage of a programme, and moves away from the notion that o aluation are done to a programme. Benefits and challenges of applying outcome mapping in an.
Ricardo wilsongrau, former chair of the board of stewards of the outcome mapping learning community, introduces outcome harvesting, an approach for retrospective identification of outcomes based on the principles of outcome mapping. Apply outcome mapping in you project, share your thoughts and outputs during the process, write up the results and share your case study on the case studies page. Aiim stakeholder analysis influence mapping social network analysis force field analysis for example. Like the logical framework, it is a planning methodology that has implications for how monitoring and evaluation is conducted. Outcome mapping om was developed by the international development. Having seen groups use actiontooutcome mapping to improve their strategies on challenges ranging from urban sprawl to sustainable agriculture to air quality to innercity poverty gives us hope that systems thinking can fulfill its promise of helping overcome the complex challenges of creating a more sustainable world. Pdf applying outcome mapping to plan, monitor and evaluate. This methodology was advanced by the international development research center idrc, a. To do this, specific assessments in a course must be tied to course outcomes in the lms. Outcome mapping provides not only a guide to essential evaluation mapmaking, but also a guide to learning and increased effectiveness, and affirmation that being attentive along the journey is as important as, and critical to, arriving at a destination. There are some cases that have flourished, partly because outcome mapping has enhanced implementation while others have struggled both in the project itself and in the use of outcome mapping. Logical framework approach and outcome mapping a constructive attempt of synthesis questions have occupied development practitioners from the outset. Outcome mapping is a methodology for planning, monitoring and evaluating development initiatives in order to bring about sustainable social change. Key pointspractical outcome mapping is a and evaluation tool developed by idrc of canada.
Directions enter an x to indicate where a course outcome supports the appropriate program outcome. Overview of outcome mapping by sarah earl, idrc on vimeo. Outcome mapping a breadth of uses outcome mapping outcome mapping om was developed by the international development research centre idrc of canada in 2001 as an alternative or in some cases a complement to conventional methods of planning and evaluating complex, resultsfocused programmes and activities. Outcome mapping puts people and learning first and accepts unexpected change as a source of innovation. It was originally developed by the international development research centre idrc to help evaluate the outcomes of. Mar 17, 2010 outcome mapping is focussed at the level of outcomes. Outcome mapping module 1517 june 2015 instructor and. However, outcome mapping is designed to deal with complexity, and is not based around linear models of change. Making outcome mapping work overseas development institute. Outcome mapping a participatory method for planning, monitoring and evaluation focuses on changes in behaviours of those with whom the project or program works oriented towards social and organizational learning what is outcome mapping. Outcome mapping helps a program be specific about actors to target the changes expected, strategies to be employed and, as a result, be more effective in terms of results to be achieved. Outcome mapping is a still evolving method for planning, monitoring, and evaluating. It shifts the focus from changes in state, viz, reduced poverty, to changes in behaviors. This course started as a module of the sse curriculum under valuation.
Outcome mapping is a participatory approach for planning, monitoring and evaluation. Outcome mapping is of particular relevance and value to organisations seeking to bring about social change and engaged in advocacy or capacity building activities. Mapping, combining presentations on theory and case studies with. Methodology of evaluating a program that takes into consideration one specific type of result. Different methods have been developed in international cooperation to provide answers to these questions to the actors involved. This manual on outcome mapping cant provide the specific map you need for. Outcome mapping is focussed at the level of outcomes. An impact evaluation approach which unpacks an initiatives theory of change, provides a framework to collect data on immediate, basic changes that lead to longer, more transformative change, and allows for the plausible assessment of the initiatives contribution to results via boundary partners. You can create a simple mapping matrix table for yourself in excel or word, in which the program outcomes are listed in the first row and the list of courses in the first column. As the name suggests, its niche is understanding outcomes. Nov 08, 2011 policy change through outcome mapping. Applying outcome mapping to plan, monitor and evaluate. Outcome assessment mapping is a method for reporting on student achievement of course outcomes.
Outcome mapping om is a methodology for planning and assessing projects that aim to bring about real and tangible change. Outcome mapping an impact evaluation approach which unpacks an initiatives theory of change, provides a framework to collect data on immediate, basic changes that lead to longer, more transformative change, and allows for the plausible assessment of the initiatives contribution to results via boundary partners. The rapid outcome mapping approach and project management for policy change. It was developed in 2001 by the international development research centre to clarify what human, social, and environmental betterment projects or programs hope to contribute and then focus monitoring. Has the change occurred at a low, medium or high level. The rapid outcome mapping approach and project management. Outcome mapping was developed at the international development research centre idrc in ottawa, canada, and published in manual form in 2001. The questions are intended to guide the reader in determining the usefulness of outcome mapping for their particular context. Outcome mapping attempts to document changes in community behavior in an attempt to foster those that are supportive of program intent over the long term. And the extent of outcome is demonstrable at any time of the project lifetime valuable for programs whose results and achievements. Instead, it actively engages groups and teams i e th selfreflection as a core principle.
Crossoutcome mapping project scott phillips and john wolf on behalf of the project team and git chairs mb meeting september 15, 2016. This course provides you with a practical introduction to outcome mapping, its conceptual basis and practical application. It has been developed with international development in mind, and can also be applied to projects or programme relating to research communication, policy influence and. Frequently asked questions faqs this highlight brief is intended to provide individuals, groups or organizations a summary of some of the most common questions asked about outcome mapping. Idrc 1999 and senior program specialist in idrcs evaluation unit. Pdf on jul 1, 2018, emily balls and others published applying outcome mapping to plan, monitor and evaluate policy influence.
Outcome mapping provides not only a guide to essential evaluation map making, but also a guide to learning and increased effectiveness, and affirmation that being attentive along the journey is as important as, and critical to, arriving at a destination. Pdf the purpose of this paper is to indicate how outcome mapping. Outcomes are defined as changes in the behavior, relationships, activities, or actions of the people, groups, and organizations with whom a program works directly. Outcome mapping om was developed by the international development research center idrc to deal with the complex changes resulting from development projects. An analysis of how and where outcome mapping has been applied, how users have experienced om and the support options available and required for its use. Outcome mapping module 1517 june 2015 instructor and facilitator. Configuring transactions for data mapping is similar to configuring merge mapping. Building learning and reflection into development programs idrc 2001. The pdf mapping feature allows you to collect your data using a responsive online form and have the data stored digitally, in addition to having it generated as a pdf file.
Outcome mapping a participatory method for planning, monitoring and evaluation focuses on changes in behaviours of those with whom the project or program works oriented towards social and. It allows faculty to create a visual map of a program. Outcome mapping is a project progress measurement system that was designed by the grantmaking organisation international development research centre idrc. Nov 01, 2008 outcome mapping puts people and learning first and accepts unexpected change as a source of innovation. This is because the partner ownership is high enough to be able to see an effect, some observe changes and the programme influence is high enough to be able to say with some confidence. The outcome mapping process is divided into three stages ac and twelve steps 112. The outcome journal is based on the graduated markers described above. A realistic alternative for planning, monitoring and evaluation. Outcome mapping is a still evolving method for planning, monitoring, and evaluating development activities that aim to bring about social change. It has been developed with international development in mind, and can also be applied to projects or programme relating to research communication, policy influence and research uptake. Outcomes are defined as changes in the behavior, relationships, activities, or actions of the people, groups, and organizations with whom a. Development research centre idrc, om focuses on identifying.
Purpose for today inform mb of the mapping project discuss initial git priorities for mapping discussion with mb. Feel free to expand it to become a comprehensive module on outcome mapping for more general purposes. Publications, public relations media and events negotiation and. Outcome mapping idrc international development research. For each program outcome, detail the extent to which each course learning outcome contributes to the program outcome. Outcome mapping om is an iterative approach to project planning.
An outcome journal needs to be set up for each boundary partner considered as a priority. Daniel agreed that combining strategies and activities often gave project staff a. It is also used to explore how students are meeting programlevel outcomes at the course level. Outcome mapping outcome mapping om is a framework used in planning, monitoring and evaluating development and humanitarian interventions. The rapid outcome mapping approach and project management for. Outcome mapping program mapping facilitates the alignment of courselevel outcomes with program outcomes.
It shifts the focus from changes in state, viz, reduced poverty, to. This methodology was advanced by the international development research center idrc, a canadian economic and social development organization. Outcome mapping om is a framework used in planning, monitoring. Using outcome mapping as a monitoring and management tool.
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