Guidance for Institutionalizing Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), Use of Data, and Information Systems in Pre-Service Education for Social Workers

Guidance for Institutionalizing Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), Use of Data, and Information Systems in Pre-Service Education for Social Workers
Abstract: This guidance is intended for educational institutions seeking to strengthen their existing coursework or, for those seeking opportunities for practical application of monitoring and evaluation (M&E), use of data, and information systems into pre-service curricula for students of social work and related disciplines.

This was derived from the Data for Impact (D4I) project’s learning from activities in two countries where grants were provided to universities and technical colleges to review and improve their pre-service curricula. The process, steps, and resources described below are meant to help institutionalize the importance of preparing future social service workers to use information for decision making related to clients, programming, and policy. They are illustrated with concrete results and quotes from the Armenian and Moldovan experiences of creating new M&E courses, adapting M&E materials to embed within existing curricula, supporting internship opportunities, and providing continuing professional development for faculty and other teaching staff.
Shortname: FS-24-716
Author(s): Data for Impact
Year: 2024
Language: English
Region(s): ARMENIA, MOLDOVA, REPUBLIC OF