"Controversy Mapping is the first book to introduce readers to the observation and representation of contested issues on digital media. Drawing on actor-network theory and digital methods, Venturini and Munk outline the conceptual underpinnings and the many tools and techniques of controversy mappin
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g. They review its history in science and technology studies, discuss its methodological potential, and unfold its political implications. Through a range of cases and examples, they demonstrate how to chart actors and issues using digital fieldwork and computational techniques." (Back cover)
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"This book provides a detailed introduction to the process of developing monitoring and evaluation systems which will provide a foundation on which to develop personal and organisational learning. It is based on INTRAC’s research, consultancy and training work and is rooted in real experiences. Th
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e guide will enable people who have limited experience of M&E to grasp its core concepts, and to apply them to the development of an M&E system. The guide is sufficiently concise to be read from cover to cover and will equally function as a reference work. Reference sections provide information about different approaches, tools and methodologies which will enable readers to fine-tune their approach to their particular set of needs and circumstances." (Publisher description)
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"This book is the most comprehensive and accessible short guide to evaluations available. It explains clearly what evaluations are, how they can be used most effectively, and outlines the strengths and pitfalls of different evaluation methods. Each chapter comes with tasks to demonstrate the practic
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al importance of the issues covered and to lead the reader through the steps necessary to carry out a successful evaluation [...] Stakeholder models are compared and contrasted with other models of involvement, such as participatory evaluation and practitioner-centred action research. Ethical and political considerations are placed in context. Designs for different purposes are systematically considered [...] The book is aimed at anyone who is faced with the task of doing small-scale evaluations for the first time, wether or not they have a professional background in the field." (Cover)
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"A highly practical guide for development workers which aims to help them evaluate and monitor their work in a systematic way. It covers the whole process of assessment, monitoring, review and evaluation of development programmes." (Catalogue Intermediate Technology Publications 2000)