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LEARNING-EVALUATION5 MIN READ

Focus the evaluation before data takes over

Focus a learning evaluation design by clarifying context, program description, evaluation questions, evidence, conclusions, and use.

Data overload Anya has too much onboarding data and too little clarity about the board question. When the design is unfocused, the easiest data becomes the answer. CDC framework Focus questions before gathering evidence. Context and program description help you decide which questions are worth answering now. Shortcut Export everything and see what looks interesting. A decision-ready evaluation brief. Evaluation design narrows evidence to what can support action. 01 Context 02 Question 03 Evidence Step 1 The board asks because support hiring is doubling next quarter.

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