For a projects proposed to priority 2, should an external evaluator be utilized for project evaluation?
Please note that there are two different categories of evaluation associated a content development proposal. There are the iterative evaluations of the content pieces with audiences as they are created, and there are the overall project evaluations. For the iterative evaluations of content as it is being created, it is quite appropriate for the SOS partner institution staff to be involved. In fact the FFO states, “A method of collaborative, iterative prototype module development and formative evaluation should be established involving the partner.” As for the overall project evaluation, the FFO states that “evaluation should be handled by an external professional evaluator or by internal staff who has significant experience with evaluation.” So, either option is allowable. However, proposal reviewers often view favorably the use of external evaluator because of the reduction in potential bias.
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