Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)
المتابعة والتقيم والمسائلة والتعلم
Overview
Why MEAL?
Who is the course for?
Overview
This training provides a comprehensive introduction to the key concepts, principles, and tools of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL). Designed for beginners and those seeking a refresher, this course equips participants with the foundational knowledge needed to understand and contribute to MEAL systems in humanitarian and development projects. Through interactive sessions and real-world examples, participants will gain a solid understanding of MEAL’s role in ensuring project success and donor compliance.
Why MEAL?
- Foundational Knowledge: Learn the core principles of MEAL, including accountability, quality, and learning.
- Practical Insights: Explore key MEAL tools such as Theories of Change (ToC), Logical Frameworks (Logframes), and basic data collection methods.
- Interactive Learning: Engage in Q&A sessions to clarify concepts and deepen understanding.
Who is the course for?
- Emerging Professionals: Those new to MEAL or seeking to enter the humanitarian and development sector.
- Project Staff: Team members involved in project implementation need a better understanding of MEAL.
- Managers and Supervisors: Leaders who want to build a foundational understanding of MEAL to support their teams.
- Students and Graduates: Individuals with a university degree and a general understanding of management or development concepts.
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- Type: Classroom/Hybrid/Online/On-Client Premise
- Duration: 20 Hours
- Language: English and Arabic
Objectives:
- Build a Strong Foundation: Gain a clear understanding of MEAL concepts and their importance in project cycles.
- Enhance Career Prospects: Open doors to new opportunities in the humanitarian and development sectors.
- Pathway to Advanced Training: Prepare for more advanced MEAL courses, such as MEAL in Practice.
Topics:
- Definition and importance of MEAL in program cycles.
- Key principles: Accountability, quality, and learning.
- Overview of the MEAL cycle: Planning, implementation, and learning phases.
- Q&A: Participants can ask questions about MEAL’s role in humanitarian and development work.
- Introduction to Theories of Change (ToC) and Results Frameworks (RF).
- Designing Logical Frameworks (Logframes) with SMART indicators.
- Q&A: Participants can clarify concepts related to ToC and Logframes.
- Core components of MEAL plans: Performance indicators, feedback mechanisms, and risk mitigation.
- Budgeting and resource allocation for MEAL.
- Understanding donor requirements.
- Q&A: Participants can ask questions about aligning MEAL plans with donor expectations.
- Designing effective data collection tools.
- Participatory methods for engaging stakeholders.
- Introduction to digital tools (e.g., MS Forms, google forms).
- Q&A: Participants can discuss challenges and best practices in data collection.
- Introduction to qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
- Visualizing data for decision making and stakeholder engagement.
- Turning data insights into actionable recommendations.
- Q&A: Participants can ask questions about data analysis techniques and tools.
- Introduction to Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanisms (FCRMs).
- Promoting inclusivity and accessibility in accountability systems.
- Q&A: Participants can discuss challenges in implementing accountability systems.
Prerequisites
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