Using logic models can help practitioners and evaluators better understand a program s mechanics and structure and chart a course toward. A work plan outlines how you are going to complete your work by describing exactly what your program. A tool for effective program planning, collaboration. The logic model is a valuable tool for program planning and development. Program planning and evaluation public health ontario. Using logic model for program planning and evaluation trinity health foundation 1 it wasnt so long ago that when i would. Jordan abstract program managers across private and public sectors are being asked to describe and evaluate. In creating a logic model, you will address the following planning and evaluation issues. This page contains information, resources and related links.
There can be a range of benefits to developing and using a program logic. Teaching and training guide pdf more materials coming soon. Carefully reading through the logic model is a prime opportunity to revisit the overall program design to make sure the program is fully equipped to achieve its goals. This course provides a holistic approach to planning and evaluating education and outreach programs. Archived from the original pdf on 17 november 2011. A tool for telling your program s performance story john a. Research and evaluation samhsa substance abuse and. In program implementation, a logic model serves to focus a management plan that helps you identify and collect data needed to monitor and improve programming in program evaluation and strategic reporting, a logic model presents program information and progress toward goals in ways that inform key stakeholders w. Cdc pdf provides information and resources to assist you as you plan and develop a logic model to describe your program and help guide program evaluation. The model allows leeway to adapt the content and methods of the intervention to your particular needs and circumstances. Uses of the logic model lm along the life span of a program. Chapter 1presents a basic introduction to the logic model as an actionoriented tool for program planning and evaluation. A useful tool for program planning and evaluation purposes is the logic model. Using logic models for program planning and evaluation national.
Welcome to enhancing program performance with logic models this course provides a holistic approach to planning and evaluating education and outreach programs. The use of the logic model became a second language within the organization, allowing for effective communication among programme staff and the evaluator. Context evaluation input evaluation process evaluation product evaluation these components are or can be viewed as separate forms of evaluation, but they can also be viewed as steps or stages in a comprehensive evaluation. A logic model is a visual illustration of a programs resources, activities and expected. A generic programme logic model ministry of health. Drawing on previous rand analyses, this report shows how ncipc can use logic modeling to meet its immediate needs i. Program theory and logic models evaluation resources from wilder research. Program theory explains why a program is expected to work and a logic model. This course introduces the key components of a logic model and discusses how logic models can be used to support daily program operations and evaluation planning logic model slides access the recording of the logic model presentation held on october 23, 2014 here. Welcome to enhancing program performance with logic models. It identifies your programs main components and how they should relate to one another. Know what a logic model is, and how it can be useful to your daily program operations identify the key components of a logic model. Novice logic modelers may want to have copies of the basic logic model template in front of them and follow along.
Program logic aims to show the intended causal links for a program. Using the logic model for program planning many tools can help you do a good job of planning, documenting, and evaluating your projects. Using logic models for program planning and evaluation creative. Logic models provide an approach for program planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation. For planning purposes, the logic model structure helps grantees articulate the parameters and expectations of their program, as well as, the changes among participants, systems, or organizations that are expected to result from. Planning an evaluation corporation for national and. Introducing logic models t his chapter introduces logic models. Implications for both program evaluation and program planning were. Only major features of the program are displayed in the logic model. Logic models for program design, implementation, and evaluation. University of idaho extension cheryl holmhansen 2006. Logic model program work plan evaluation plan what is it. For the second question, our visualization techniques made it convenient to identify critical paths through the logic model.
Using logic models for program planning and evaluation. A logic model is a onepage idea map showing how a program influences its participants to achieve outcomes, or sustainable life changes. Effective program planning and evaluation ensures that your program is meeting its objectives and having an impact on the health of the population. Developed primarily as an evaluation tool, it is also a wonderful tool to guide project planning, documentation, and reporting, as well as program. Chapter 2consists of exercises and examples focused on the development of a simple program logic. This chapter describes model benefits and uses and explains the role of modeling in both program and organizational effectiveness. The guide describes a generic programme logic model and checklist that are designed to guide people through the steps of developing a thorough public health programme. Identifying the components of a logic model what is a logic model. Program planning is an integral component of program evaluation. Uses, limitations, links to methodology and data jonathan a. Because it connects the dots between resources, activities, and outcomes, a logic model can be the basis for.
This resource guide discusses program theory and logic models. Mccawley and others published the logic model for program planning and evaluation find, read and cite all. The logic model for program planning and evaluation. They help define a program s intended impact and goals. There are many types of logic model which can be used in planning programmes and implementing activities. It describes the main elements of a program and how they will improve the health of your priority population. Introduction to the use of logic models in health promotion michael goodstadt ph. Planning process the logic model was characterized initially by program evaluators as a tool for identifying performance measures. As an evaluation tool, the logic model allows planners to make program design decisions that will. Feasibility studies and needs assessments serve as valuable resources for baseline information on influences and resources collected during program planning. Logic models can assist you in program evaluation by providing a picture of how your program is intended to work. A logic model is the theory behind why your program will work.
The logic model structure helps you think through your program strategyto help clarify where you are and where you want to be. Using a logic model for program planning and evaluation. Integrating the strategic plan, logic model, and workplan cdc pdf. External influences, environmental, related programs. It helps program practitioners use and apply logic models a framework and way of thinking to help us improve our work and be accountable for results. Since that time, the tool has been adapted to program planning, as well. A set of three online evaluation tools that includes a logic model builder. Relationship between planning and evaluation program evaluation is so closely related to program planning that evaluation can be viewed as the flip side of program planning. A logic model framework for evaluation and planning in a. The use of logic models in health promotion practice. It is better to encounter inadequacies during the logic model planning stage than during the actual program implementation. It helps program practitioners use and apply logic models a framework and way of. Pdf the logic model for program planning and evaluation. Logic modela planning and evaluation tool public health ontario.
Logic model tip sheet administration for children and. A welldesigned evaluation begins with the development of a program logic model, created in collaboration with stakeholders, program evaluators, and program designers. Regardless of type, quality models are evidence based. A program logic model is a schematic representation that describes how a program is intended to work by linking activities with outputs, intermediate impacts and longer term outcomes. A logic model includes a concise description of participants, inputs, activities, outputs and outcomes, as follows. The cipp model is a social systems model applied to program evaluation. Using logic models to bring together planning, evaluation, and action. Sample logic model showing components and features of the program.
Logic models include process and outcome components. At the end of the process, a specific programme logic model and associated implementation plan should be written for every public health programme. By starting with an understanding of program logic, stakeholders are prepared to. Logic models can help educators plan and monitor program evaluations. How to develop a program logic for planning and evaluation child. Logic models final draft of paper in evaluation and program planning, volume 22, number 1, february 1999 july 1998 modified 399 1 logic models.
Evaluating effective growth and development of a practicebased research network pbrn can be challenging. This logic model workshop toolkit is designed to help practitioners learn the overall purpose of a logic model, the different elements of a logic model. We offer expertise and tools to help with evidencebased program planning and evaluation. All human service programs are designed to make a difference in the lives of people or to improve our society. Logic models for planning and evaluation centers for disease. Program logic models help with planning by encouraging you to think systematically about what your initiative is trying to accomplish, the steps you will take to reach your goals and what resources you will need 68. Draft logic model for community engaged type 2 diabetes intervention. A logic model is a planning tool that is used to visualize the inputs and activities for a program and the expected program outcomes. Outcome measurement is the process for assessing, on a regular basis, the results of an agencys programs for its participants. Logic model tip sheet logic models overview logic models are effective tools to assist in program planning, implementation, management, evaluation, and reporting. Introduction the logic model development guidecontains four chapters and two comprehensive appendices. Using logic models for strategic planning and evaluation. Enhancing program performance with logic models pdf developing a logic model.
Nursing child assessment satellite teaching manual. From an evaluation perspective, using a logic model involves evaluators early on in the lifetime of the programme helitzer et al. Example of logic model to help assess program feasibility and readiness of evaluation. The purpose of this article is to describe the development of a logic model and how the framework has been used for planning and evaluation in a primary care pbrn. Logic models for program design, implementation, and. The purpose of phase 1 is to develop a succinct health promotion program map in the form of a logic model that details the context of the program, expected outputs, and the intended impacts and outcomes. The application of the logic model as a planning tool allows precise communication about the purposes of a project, the components of a.
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