CEDIL Methods Briefs

This brief series offers plain-language guidance notes or summaries based on the CEDIL papers. They contribute to advancing the understanding on how innovative methods or theoretical frameworks can be applied by using a clear, step-by-step approach.

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CEDIL Methods Brief 9

CEDIL Methods Brief 8

While traditionally evaluations are carried out at the end of a programme, this brief explores methods for evaluation during the course of a programme.

CEDIL Methods Brief 7

In the CEDIL Methods brief, 'Evaluating complex interventions: What are appropriate methods?' we identify four types of complex development interventions.

CEDIL Methods Brief 6

Howard White describes what evidence and gap maps are, what sort of evidence is being mapped, the various ways in which these maps are being used and how you can commission one.

CEDIL Methods Brief 5

This brief helps researchers consider the options for working with stakeholders and engaging them with the research process and each other when planning or conducting research, or interpreting research findings in order to make actionable recommendations.

CEDIL Methods Brief 4

The brief provides guidance on conducting a causal chain analysis by illustrating with an example of a systematic review on farmer field schools.

CEDIL Methods Brief 3

This CEDIL Methods Brief uses three examples to offer tips on the application of modelling to evaluate development interventions and explore various policy questions. It shows that models and experiments should be seen as complementary, rather than as alternative approaches.

CEDIL Methods Brief 2

This CEDIL Methods Brief takes a step-by-step, practical approach to guide researchers designing impact evaluations based on big data.

CEDIL Methods Brief 1

This brief takes a practical, how-to approach in outlining ten steps for building a middle-level theory of change.