This article brings together Eval Academy’s top resources—organized around our “Three U’s” approach: Understand, Uncover, and Utilize. Whether you’re new to evaluation or ready to advance your practice, these curated resources will help you plan smarter, collect stronger data, and communicate findings with impact.

In Part 2 of our series on data triangulation, we move from theory to practice. This article shows you how to present triangulated findings in your evaluation report.

Evaluations are stronger when they don’t rely on just one perspective. In this article, we break down what data triangulation is, why it matters, and how it can help you create more credible, trustworthy findings.

Prepare effectively for in-person interviews or focus groups with this comprehensive checklist. Includes pre-event planning tips, essential items to bring, and practical advice for smooth facilitation.

Learn how to analyze with a small sample size of a handful of responses. This article discusses how to uncover valuable insights while communicating results with transparency.

Learn how to create trauma-informed evaluation tools that prioritize safety, dignity, and inclusivity when working with people affected by trauma.

Streamline your document review process with this infographic. This practical guide walks you through defining your scope, building a review framework, analyzing key findings, and turning your insights into actionable recommendations.

Streamline your evaluation planning with our customizable Data Request Form Template. Perfect for evaluators who need to clearly communicate, organize, and justify their data needs when working with clients or partners.

Unlock the power of shared measurement—standardize your data, capture success stories, and drive collective progress. Discover how collaborative frameworks transform raw data into actionable insights for impactful evaluation.

Discover our new Stratified Sampling Tool template, designed for researchers and evaluators working with large datasets. Learn how to generate representative samples, ensure fair subgroup representation, and increase precision in your data collection. Includes both single strata and multiple stratum versions with step-by-step instructions.

Explore how cognitive biases impact evaluation practice. Drawing insights from Hans Rosling's "Factfulness," this article examines 10 common mental shortcuts that can affect data analysis, reporting, and decision-making in evaluation. Learn practical strategies to overcome these biases and improve your evaluation methods.

Introducing our new Environmental Scan Template, designed to help you systematically gather and organize vital information that could influence your program's future direction. Whether you're new to evaluation or a seasoned professional, this tool allows you to customize column headings to fit your specific needs—ensuring you collect the right data efficiently. Download now to enhance your strategic planning, improve operational efficiency, and stay ahead of emerging trends.

Discover how World Cafés can enhance your data collection efforts. This article guides you through organizing a World Café, from selecting facilitators to crafting effective questions and managing conversations. Learn how to analyze the data collected and address potential challenges, making World Cafés a powerful tool for engaging participants and generating comprehensive insights in your evaluations.

Ever been frustrated by a poorly designed survey? From limited response options to confusing questions, we've all encountered surveys that leave us scratching our heads. But fear not! This article unravels the mysteries of survey design, offering invaluable insights into mitigating respondent frustrations and maximizing data quality.

Enhance evaluation precision through Stratified Random Sampling—a method that partitions populations into subgroups for nuanced insights. Whether adopting proportionate or disproportionate approaches, this strategy fosters inclusivity and robust representation, enriching the evaluative process, learn about it in this article.

Your go-to guide for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interviews - know which method is best for your data collection needs!

 This is a step-by-step guide for linking your surveys in Qualtrics with a participant ID to assess change over time. Linking surveys together means that you’re connecting the data from all your surveys in a way that lets you track an individual respondent.

Check out the top 10 articles + top 10 resources of 2023 from Eval Academy!

Surveys are one of the most commonly used data collection tools in an evaluator’s toolbox, and for good reason! There are so many different ways to ask questions in a survey, from multiple choice questions to visual analogue scales and image choice. This article highlights some options to help you think outside the (check)box for your next evaluation survey!

Data protection in the world of evaluation is a must, especially when handling personally identifiable information (PII). Want to learn how to safeguard your data effectively? Discover the essential steps, including encryption and anonymization, to ensure your PII is shielded from unauthorized access, all while staying compliant with regulations.