v. 1. Foundations issues in evaluation -- v. 2. Evaluation practice for engagement -- v. 3. Explanatory and economic models -- v. 4. Strengthening policies and programmes
Summary
Evaluation is a set of research methods and associated methodologies with a distinctive purpose. They provide a means to judge actions and activities in terms of values, criteria and standards. At the same time evaluation is also a practice that seeks to enhance effectiveness in the public sphere and policy making