Monitoring and Evaluation (Part 3)
Step 7: Learn and Improve
Turn results into action.
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Use an After Action Review: What was expected? What happened? What went well? What will we change?
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Apply a Plan–Do–Study–Act cycle: plan one change, test it, study results, act to adapt or adopt.
This creates a rhythm of continuous improvement.
Step 8: Report and Share
Reporting is about closing the loop, not ticking boxes. Share results with those who participated, supported, and delivered the activity.
A strong one-page summary includes:
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Who took part and the context
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What was done and how many joined
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3–5 headline results
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One participant quote
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Planned improvements for next time
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Contact or support information
Keep tone plain, transparent, and respectful. Never share personal details without explicit consent.
Step 9: Fidelity and Ethics
Check whether the core ingredients were delivered:
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Content notice and opt-out provided
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Awe or perspective moment included
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Reflection or values-based action offered
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Grounding or present-moment cue provided
Ethics are non-negotiable: collect only what you need, store data securely, report in aggregate, and delete raw data on schedule.
