Has the Theory of Change established itself as the better alternative to the Logical Framework Approach in development cooperation programmes?

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 112-122
Author(s):  
Lisa Ringhofer ◽  
Karin Kohlweg
Keyword(s):  
Performance Management ◽  
Development Cooperation ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Logical Framework ◽  
Programme Theory ◽  
Combined Use ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
Programme Planning ◽  
Development Practice

This article critically reflects on two development programme planning methodologies: the dominant Logical Framework Approach (LFA) and the Theory of Change (ToC). It reviews their conceptual origins and outlines their commonalities, differences and challenges in day-to-day development practice. The article claims that while both approaches originate from the same family of programme theory, the LFA has over the years somehow lost its analytic lens to capture social change and become more of a donor-driven performance management tool. The ToC has restored some of these analytical and engagement aspects that the LFA approach was originally designed to elicit, but some of the practical challenges remain. The authors argue for a combined use of both methodologies, if held lightly and approached from a learning and not a compliance perspective.

scholarly journals La aplicación del Enfoque del Marco Lógico en proyectos académicos de posgrado sobre patrimonio arquitectónico y desarrollo sostenible

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Gilabert Sansalvador ◽  
Andrea Peiró Vitoria
Keyword(s):  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Development Cooperation ◽  
Teaching Methodology ◽  
Project Design ◽  
Logical Framework ◽  
Architectural Heritage ◽  
Analytical Methodology ◽  
Real Process ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
The Subject

The Logical Framework Approach (LFA) is an analytical methodology for project design and formulation that has been widely used in the field of development cooperation. Its main advantages are, firstly, that it assists in the analysis and diagnosis of complex real situations and, secondly, that it provides an effective tool for the monitoring and evaluation of projects eligible for funding. This paper presents the teaching methodology and the results obtained in the subject Sustainable Development and Heritage of the Management speciality of the Master's Degree in Preservation of Architectural Heritage (Universitat Politècnica de València). It is based on the application of the LFA method to design heritage and development projects, and also on a simulation of a real process of application for project funding.

scholarly journals Logical Framework Matrix (LFM) in Malaysia Government Project Planning

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-62
Author(s):  
Norhanim Zakaria ◽  
Nurul Izzati Muhamed Yusuff ◽  
Azlan Shah Ali ◽  
Umi Kalsum Zolkafli
Keyword(s):  
Participatory Approach ◽  
Project Planning ◽  
Economic Planning ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Logical Framework ◽  
Public Projects ◽  
Project Appraisal ◽  
Government Project ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
Document Review

The Malaysian Government adopted the Logical Framework Approach (LFA) as a crucial project management tool in implementing Outcome Based Approach (OBA) for public projects in 2009 via the issuance of the Guideline for Planning and Preparation of Programs and Projects Development 1/2009. The guideline was issued by the Economic Planning Unit (EPU) of the Prime Minister’s Department (JPM) (also known as Ministry of Economic Affairs (MEA) since 2018), Malaysia. The Logical Framework Matrix (LFM) has been suggested as a key tool for project appraisal. However, there are some cases where the LFM has not been appropriately utilized by the ministries and agencies. This paper therefore presents the frequent failings of LFM and practical issues in the participatory approach of LFA process, which contribute to the LFM produced. Findings from the study conducted via document review and interview confirmed that frequent failings of LFM and practical issues occur in preparing LFM in Malaysia Government project planning. Three (3) measures to overcome the existing challenges as well as in reducing existing gaps were identified to include knowledge management, enforcement and format.

‘Reverse-Engineering’ of a Results Framework for Monitoring and Evaluation – The Case of Punjab Vocational Training Council

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 261-275
Author(s):  
Mohsin Bashir
Keyword(s):  
Performance Management ◽  
Vocational Training ◽  
Monitoring And Evaluation ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Logical Framework ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Performance Management Systems ◽  
Reverse Engineer ◽  
Public Sector Organization ◽  
Framework Approach

Several government and non-profit organizations in Pakistan are currently going through a transition towards performance management systems that are based on internationally accepted monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks. More often than not, these transitions are driven by requirements of donor organizations. While it is fairly uncomplicated and helpful to develop an M&E framework before the initiation of a programme, organizations find it quite tricky to develop such a system while the operations are already underway. This case presents the story of a public sector organization that created an M&E team that was able to successfully reverse-engineer its operations into an M&E framework. It can, therefore, prove to be a very helpful resource for managers and consultants attempting to develop M&E frameworks for ongoing programmes. Findings and analysis are presented in such a way that the case bears the appearance of a step-by-step guideline. While the case is focussed around developing a results framework, the learning can easily be generalized to other platforms, specifically the logical framework approach. Data for this case was collected during a 6-month-long consulting assignment. Data sources include interviews with the employees, internal organizational documents as well as published reports and statistics.

The Pathway Analysis on Benefit of Agricultural Science and Technology Projects (ASTP) Based on Logical Framework Approach

2014 ◽  
Vol 998-999 ◽  
pp. 1642-1648
Author(s):  
Chun Mei Wang ◽  
Bao Feng Chen
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Development ◽  
Agricultural Research ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Social Benefit ◽  
Agricultural Science ◽  
Logical Framework ◽  
Ecological Benefit ◽  
Research Investment ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
Research Achievement

Research achievements of the ASTP Policy-Oriented cannot generate directly economic benefit, social benefit and ecological benefit. It would realize benefit of ASTP only if the outputs can be transformed practical productive forces. In this paper, the mechanism and pathway of achieving benefit of ASTP is analyzed deeply based on the logical framework model. Then the empirical studies shows that the inputs (research investment) have positive correlation with outputs (research achievement), extension and outcomes (changes in productivity). Although the inputs have a certain influence to agricultural economics, it mainly affects indirectly agricultural development by research achievements and extension. Therefore, the benefits of ASTP should not be evaluated according by inputs/outputs methods. We must analyze and assess the anticipated chain of cause/effect relationships of ASTP based on the program “theory-driven” approach. It can promote agricultural research and extension projects to integrated closely, at the same time the benefit of ASTP can be improved greatly.

Suppression of Fusarium Wilt of Watermelon Enhanced by Hairy Vetch Green Manure and Partial Cultivar Resistance

2006 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 23 ◽  
Author(s):  
X. G. Zhou ◽  
K. L. Everts
Keyword(s):  
Fusarium Wilt ◽  
Green Manure ◽  
Fruit Yield ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Hairy Vetch ◽  
Vicia Villosa ◽  
Combined Use ◽  
Triploid Watermelon ◽  
Marketable Fruit ◽  
Soil Fumigants

Hairy vetch (Vicia villosa Roth) green manure is a newly-described potential management tool for Fusarium wilt of watermelon, but control is insufficient when watermelon, especially triploid watermelon, is grown in severely infested soils. A field experiment in a split-split-plot design was conducted over two years to evaluate efficacy of hairy vetch green manure alone and in combination with a moderately wilt-resistant (MR) triploid watermelon cultivar for wilt suppression compared with preplant soil fumigants. Either the soil-incorporated hairy vetch winter cover crop or the MR cultivar was effective in reducing wilt incidence, promoting plant vine growth, and increasing fruit yield. However, neither approach alone resulted in disease reductions sufficient to obtain an acceptable level of marketable fruit yield. An additive effect was observed when both treatments were combined and was greater than that obtained with the fumigants methyl bromide or metam sodium. Stem colonization by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. niveum was lower following hairy vetch green manure than in fallow treatments, and was lowest in the MR cultivar grown in green-manured plots. The combined use of hairy vetch green manure and a MR cultivar can enhance suppression of Fusarium wilt in triploid watermelon. Accepted for publication 25 February 2006. Published 5 April 2006.

scholarly journals Quality Initiative Using Theory of Change and Visual Analytics to Improve Controlled Substance Documentation Discrepancies in the Operating Room

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (03) ◽  
pp. 543-551
Author(s):  
Jenny E. Dolan ◽  
Hannah Lonsdale ◽  
Luis M. Ahumada ◽  
Amish Patel ◽  
Jibin Samuel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Operating Room ◽  
Visual Analytics ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Free Standing ◽  
Model Framework ◽  
Improvement Project ◽  
Audit Data ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
Controlled Substance

Background Discrepancies in controlled substance documentation are common and can lead to legal and regulatory repercussions. We introduced a visual analytics dashboard to assist in a quality improvement project to reduce the discrepancies in controlled substance documentation in the operating room (OR) of our free-standing pediatric hospital. Methods Visual analytics were applied to collected documentation discrepancy audit data and were used to track progress of the project, to motivate the OR team, and in analyzing where further improvements could be made. This was part of a seven-step improvement plan based on the Theory of Change with a logic model framework approach. Results The introduction of the visual analytics dashboard contributed a 24% improvement in controlled substance documentation discrepancy. The project overall reduced documentation errors by 71% over the studied period. Conclusion We used visual analytics to simultaneously analyze, monitor, and interpret vast amounts of data and present them in an appealing format. In conjunction with quality-improvement principles, this led to a significant improvement in controlled substance documentation discrepancies.

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