What I Look for When Hiring a New Evaluator

Early in your career, it can be hard to know what field you want to work in, let alone feel confident in finding a job. If you’re thinking that you might want to become an evaluator, or you’re a newish evaluator looking for a job, read on to see what we, at Three Hive Consulting, look for when hiring.

Evaluation Practice, Transforming Evaluation, I'm new to evaluation, I do some evaluationShelby CorleyMarch 4, 2024Evaluator, evaluation, consulting, professional development, qualitative, quantiative, mixed methods, evaluative thinking, Communication, writing, evaluation careerComment

Podcast Review: Indigenous Insights: Episodes 1 and 2

The article reviews the podcast "Indigenous Insights: An Evaluation Podcast" hosted by Gladys Rowe, which explores Indigenous evaluation perspectives. Rowe, a member of Fox Lake Cree Nation, shares experiences through storytelling, promoting reflection and learning. The podcast highlights Indigenous community-centered evaluation, featuring discussions with experts about their experiences.

Evaluation Practice, Transforming Evaluation, Evaluation is my main job, I do some evaluation, I'm new to evaluationKim DesjarlaisAugust 29, 2023Indigenous evaluation, Evaluation, Evaluation facilitation, Evaluation practice, Evaluation process, Evaluator, Evaluator Role, National day of Truth and ReconciliationComment

New Infographic: A Beginner’s Guide to Evaluation: A summary of introductory resources for new evaluators

This infographic is for those who are new to the field of evaluation and want to learn more about it. The purpose of the infographic is to provide newcomers with valuable resources that answer three important questions about evaluation. The infographic includes a one-page PDF with clickable links to relevant resources, making it easy for beginners to explore and learn more about evaluation.

Evaluation Practice, Support Use, I'm new to evaluationMaegan TrottierAugust 29, 2023Evaluation methods, Evaluation planning, Evaluation, Evaluator, Evaluation insights, Evaluation practice, Evaluation tips, Evaluator role, Eval excellenceComment

New Template: Logic Model template using Canva Whiteboard

This Logic Model template is for anyone who wants to make Logic Models that look professional and visually interesting. This Canva design template can be customized to create your own Logic Model, suited to your evaluation needs. The professional design of this template makes it easy to create a visually interesting Logic Model to present to clients, share on a website, or submit in a report.

Planning, Evaluation is my main job, I do some evaluation, I'm new to evaluationSujin CJuly 4, 2023Evaluation Resources, Evaluation Methods, evaluation planning, evaluation, Evaluation Tools, Impact, outcomes, logic model, Evaluator, Design Templates, CanvaComment

New Checklist: Information request checklist

Eval Academy just released a new checklist for anyone who’s about to start a new evaluation project. Use this checklist to make sure you’re gathering the information necessary to support your evaluation endeavour. This checklist can act as a support tool for you to make sure you have the context you need when starting an evaluation.

Data Collection, Evaluation is my main job, I do some evaluation, I'm new to evaluationStephanie JonesApril 28, 2023evaluation planning, evaluation, Evaluation Tools, outcomes, indicators, evaluation activities, Data Collection, Evaluator, checklist, evaluation planComment

So you want to be a CE: How to become a Credentialed Evaluator

In the first article of this installment, we covered what the CE designation is and is not, and talked a little bit about why you might get it. In this article, we will explore what you need to do to gain your CE designation.

Evaluation Practice, I do some evaluation, Evaluation is my main jobAlecia KallosMarch 30, 2023Evaluation, Evaluation Consultant, Professional Development, Evaluation Practice, Canadian Evaluation Society, Evaluator, Evaluator RoleComment

New Template: Canva design templates for creating your own Logic Model!

Eval Academy just released two new Canva design templates for creating your own Logic Model! Whether you’re new to evaluation or if evaluation is your main role, these Canva design templates are for anyone who wants to design a Logic Model to be more visually appealing.

Reporting, Evaluation is my main job, I do some evaluation, I'm new to evaluationStephanie JonesFebruary 2, 2023Evaluation Resources, Evaluation Methods, Evaluation Planning, Evaluation, Evaluation Tools, Impact, Outcome, Logic Model, Evaluator, Design Templates, CanvaComment

So you want to be a CE: What is a Credentialed Evaluator?

At Three Hive Consulting & Eval Academy, we pride ourselves on being led by three Credentialled Evaluators. But what is a CE? What does it mean?

Evaluation Practice, Evaluation is my main job, I do some evaluation, I'm new to evaluationAlecia KallosFebruary 1, 2023Evaluation, Evaluation Consultant, Professional Development, Evaluation Practice, Canadian Evaluation Society, Evaluator, Evaluator Role Comments

Sampling and Recruitment 101

You’ve got your evaluation plan; you’ve developed your data collection tools and you’re ready to go live with collecting the data you need to answer your evaluation questions. Step 1: Identify your sample. Step 2. Recruitment. But how do you get participants to take part in the data collection process?

Data Collection, I do some evaluation, I'm new to evaluationBonnie LakustaFebruary 1, 2023Evaluator, Data Collection, Qualitative Data, Qualitative, Communication, Evaluation Activities, Evaluation Methods, Program Evaluation, Research, Interviews, Focus Groups, Ethics, Evaluation PlanningComment

Common Evaluation FAQs

In this article, we provide the answers to some of your FAQs about evaluation including: Why do people conduct evaluations? Where can I find an evaluator? What makes a good evaluator? How can I get training in evaluation? What is the difference between research and evaluation? How much does an evaluation cost?