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Introduction To Monitoring and Evaluation
Introduction To Monitoring and Evaluation
Module Objectives
Uganda Martyrs University
MSc in M&E On completion of this module, you should:
Have acquired knowledge in applications of Monitoring
and Evaluation
Be able to explain the processes of developing the
Module: M&E Principles and Perspectives monitoring applications and frameworks
Topic: Introduction to M&E Be able to carry out evaluation guided by research
Facilitator: Mugerwa George methods approaches
Use the different frameworks and tools for their planning,
monitoring, performance determination and analysis
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Overview of M&E
As soon as your organization decides to
The evolution of evaluation in Africa began
engage to have something done it has
three problems: early in the 1950s.
Get people to do it! The rapid growth in international
Monitor whether they do it! development assistance in the 1970s saw the
Find out whether it was done well!
shoring up of M&E systems, as the need for
the control and accountability increased.
MONITORING The conventional M&E effort focused on
physical inputs and outputs and financial
EVALUATION expenditure against capital items.
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M&E M&E
Monitoring and evaluation are essentially the core M&E is the bringing together of information and
processes for “learning from experience.” learning.
Learning implies a process of analysis which, in turn, Data are the raw material used to fuel the
requires the existence of relevant information or monitoring and evaluation process.
evidence on which to base the analysis. Access to appropriate data and data sets that can be
The primary function of M&E is to provide pointers processed into usable, timely, and relevant statistical
on how to do things better through a better information is essential for effective monitoring and
understanding of what works and what does not. evaluation that in turn can lead to a learning
experience.
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Why M&E?
Comparison between M&E There are a lot of good reasons for conducting M&E.
M&E is important for:
• Determining whether resources are being expended in
the manner planned and according to the program
budget.
• Getting frequent feedback about how your project is
progressing and making sure that things are on track.
• Improving the effectiveness of projects by allowing for
mid-course corrections if there are aspects that are
not having the desired impact.
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Where is the relevance of M&E? How does M&E inform Mgt functions?
M&E is a key function for service delivery M&E helps to make informed decisions
improvement. regarding the on-going programs.
M&E shows whether a service/program is It facilitates effective and efficient use of resources
accomplishing its goals. It helps to determine whether the program is right on track
It identifies program weaknesses and and where changes need to be considered
strengths, areas that need revision, and M&E help stakeholders conclude whether the
areas that meet or exceed expectations. program is a success or not.
To do this, you need to analyse the
program’s domain. M&E preserve institutional memory.
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