→ Book now: Developing a theory of change

Join our evaluation training event where you’ll dive deep into creating and building a Core Theory of Change. This workshop is designed to equip you with a complete, ready-to-implement framework tailored to your programme, guided by expert facilitators.

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During this session, you will learn about key evaluation concepts:

  • The foundational concepts of a theory of change and its relevance to evaluating higher education interventions.
  • How to develop a complete Core Theory of Change for your programme with expert guidance from TASO staff, ensuring you leave the session with a practical framework.
  • Common challenges and solutions for integrating a Core Theory of Change into your evaluation activities and strategic planning.
  • Real-world case studies from the higher education sector that illustrate the importance of a theory of change in informing evaluation design and impact.

By the end of this training, you will have a Core Theory of Change for your intervention.

Who should attend?

  • Individuals in any role within higher education institutions or third-sector organisations who are new to evaluation.
  • Experienced evaluators seeking to refresh their knowledge of the theory of change framework.
  • Practitioners, managers, and widening participation team members.
  • Support staff aiming to enhance their understanding and application of evaluation practices.

Why attend?

  • Targeted learning: Learn how a theory of change can be applied within the higher education sector. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly on your own Core Theory of Change throughout the workshop, with personalised guidance and support from experienced facilitators.
  • Professional development: Improve your skills around intervention goals and best-practice evaluation methods, positioning yourself as a leader in driving impactful change.
  • Benefit for your institution: Get your specific questions answered and explore how the Core Theory of Change can be applied to your organisational needs.
  • Networking and collaboration opportunities: Connect with peers across the higher education sector, leading to better collaboration and best-practice sharing.

Location: Nesta, 58 Victoria Embankment, London EC4Y 0DS

Cost:

Early bird

  • Non-profit organisations (higher education providers, charities, public sector):
    • £299 + VAT
  • For-profit organisations:
    • £599 + VAT

Standard rate

  • Non-profit organisations (higher education providers, charities, public sector):
    • £349 + VAT
  • For-profit organisations:
    • £699 + VAT

 

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Next steps:

If you attend this session, we encourage you to continue with session 3 (Implementing empirical evaluations with correlational (Type 2) evidence) and session 4 (Exploring causal impact evaluation using QEDs) in the series for a more comprehensive understanding of evaluation practices.