Insights

Spotlight Insights

Simple explanations, practical lessons and evidence on research, evaluation, M&E and learning.

Outputs, outcomes and impact: what's the difference?

A plain-English guide to the results chain and why mixing these up weakens your reports.

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Baseline, midline, endline: planning the full picture

How to design studies at each stage so you can actually compare results over time.

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Getting started with KoboToolbox for field surveys

Practical tips for building forms, testing them and keeping your data clean.

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When to use qualitative, quantitative or mixed methods

Matching your method to the question you need to answer.

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Running an after-action review that people value

A simple structure for turning experience into lessons your team will use.

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Writing indicators that are easy to measure

Common mistakes in indicator design and how to avoid them.

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