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Module 2.3 Evaluators
8 The purpose and the users of your evaluation will shape your preference for internal or external

evaluators. A combination of internal and external evaluators is the ideal solution, as it benefits from
the dedication and insight of internal members, and the impartial objectivity of external observers and
peer reviewers.
9-12 December, 2013 ? ? A small internal evaluation task force (including the IEA core team, which is recommended).
Evaluators may include:

External evaluators (consultants and internal evaluators of another IEA).

A combination of internal and external parties.
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In reality, ministries are often chronically understaffed or challenged by lack of capacity, and forced to use
external evaluators. In this case, regular contacts between the external evaluator(s) and the IEA core
team are essential throughout the IEA cycle.

Evaluators are selected by the IEA core team. They should have a good understanding of the IEA
process, its intended impact and societal contexts. (Exercise 4)

EXERCISE
Identify the evaluators

(Total time: 20 minutes)

The purpose of this exercise is to identify the evaluators of monitoring and evaluation of

your IEA.

1. Ask participants to decide on and justify the types of evaluators they would use for
monitoring and evaluation: external, internal or a combination. Ask for suggested names,

if possible. (Small groups Time: 10 minutes.)

2. Initiate whole group discussions. (Whole group Time: 10 minutes.)

16 Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Improvement and Increased
Impact of the IEA Process