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The document outlines a 7-step process for perfect program planning: 1) assess needs by listening to community members and examining data, 2) plan outcomes, objectives, and indicators using a logic model, 3) develop the program format and materials, 4) promote the program, 5) deliver the program using engaging techniques, 6) evaluate the program by collecting data on outcomes, and 7) communicate results through an impact statement describing the program's effects.

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7 Steps To Perfect Program Planning LONG

The document outlines a 7-step process for perfect program planning: 1) assess needs by listening to community members and examining data, 2) plan outcomes, objectives, and indicators using a logic model, 3) develop the program format and materials, 4) promote the program, 5) deliver the program using engaging techniques, 6) evaluate the program by collecting data on outcomes, and 7) communicate results through an impact statement describing the program's effects.

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7 Steps to Perfect Program Planning

Janet Bechman Purdue University 2008


Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.

STEP 1: Assess Needs


What are the needs of people?
Listen Observe Examine data

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Work with Advisory Group


Represent diverse community Feel free to discuss community Input taken seriously Inform of accomplishments
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Set Priorities
Every need wont be addressed What are the needs of greatest concern? What needs can education address?

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STEP 2: Plan
Outcomes
Ultimate Result?

Objectives
SMART- ABCD

Outcome Indicators
How will you know?

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Everyday Logic Model


H E A D A C H E

Get pills

Take pills

Feel better

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Logic Model: What Is It?


Picture of a program Graphic representation of the program what is invested, what is done, what results Core of program planning and evaluation

Common framework for your work


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Why Create a Logic Model?

Brings detail to broad goals

Shows the chain of events Builds consensus Identifies gaps in logic &
uncertain assumptions

Clarifies difference between


activities & outcomes

Signals what to evaluate Summarizes key elements


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LOGIC MODEL
INPUTS S I T U A T I O N
What we invest

OUTPUTS
Activities Participation
What we do Who we reach

OUTCOMES-IMPACT
Short Medium Long-term
What the What the What the short term medium term ultimate results are results are impact(s) is

Staff Volunteers Time Money Materials Equipment Technology Partners

Workshops Meetings Counseling Facilitation Assessments Product dev. Media work Recruitment Training

Participants Customers Citizens

Learning
Awareness Knowledge Attitudes Skills Opinions Aspirations Motivations

Action
Behavior Practice Decisions Policies Social action

Conditions
Social Economic Civic Environmental

Reactions

ASSUMPTIONS 1) 2) 3) 4) Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution.

ENVIRONMENT
Influential factors

Logic Model
Implementation Situation Inputs and Outputs
Trends / Desired Situations Social Economic Civic Environment Contributing Factors Needed Action Learning Needs (Objectives) Activities Inputs (Resources) Workshops Meetings Counseling Facilitation Assessment Product dev Media work Recruitment Training Participation (Audience) Short term Learning Outcomes Medium term Action Outcomes Long Term Impact Economic Viability Participants Customers / Consumers Citizens Awareness Knowledge Attitudes Opinions Aspirations Motivations Skills Behavior Practice Decisions Policies Social action Strong Ind. Fam. & Com Healthy Environment

Outcomes - Impact

Behavior Practice Decisions Policies Social action

Awareness Knowledge Attitudes Opinions Aspirations Motivations Skills

Staff Volunteers Time Money Materials Equipment Technology Partners

Indicators

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Learning Objectives
SMART
Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Timely

ABCD
Audience Behavior Condition Degree

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Determine Evaluation Method


Decide on Indicators Determine Data Collection Methods Develop Instruments
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Evaluation: For Whom?


Focus on:
Effectiveness Efficiency

From Two Perspectives


Funders/Decision Makers
Results - Impacts

Extension Professional
For Program Improvement
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Methods of Data Collection


Tests Questionnaires Interviews Focus Groups Observation Secondary Data

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Keys to Survey Design


Keep language simple Space out questions Dont double up questions Keep privacy high No leading or loaded questions For multiple choice questions, use vertical line for answers

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STEP 3: Develop Program


Select Format Devise Program Schedule Determine who will Deliver Program Secure Location

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Develop Teaching Materials


Select and Organize Content Develop Educational Resources that enhance learning Vary Teaching Techniques
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STEP 4: Promote
Estimate Expenses Obtain Resources/Sponsors Create Marketing Tools
Define Target Audience

Plan Marketing Schedule


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STEP 5: Deliver
Create Positive Learning Experience Practice Include Small group Activities

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Organize your Presentation


Tell them what you are going to tell them Tell Them Tell them what you told them

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Group Activity
What are the 5 best techniques for program delivery? What are the 5 worst techniques used for program delivery?
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STEP 6: Evaluate
Collect Indicator Data Concentrate on Outcomes

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STEP 7: Communicate Results


Report Impacts
Write impact statement Report locally Tell Your Story

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What is an Impact Statement?


A brief summary, in lay terms, of the economic, environmental, social and/or civic impact of your effort. Shows the value of your program to key decision makers or those who influence them
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Impact Statement Sections


Impact Title Issue What you have done Impact
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Writing Tips
Always identify the subject matter Avoid vague words Include number reached Check spelling and grammar Proofread
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Keys to Great Impact Statements


Descriptive problem statement Actual Impact Measurable Anecdotal Issues people care about
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Program Planning Keys


Look
needs, advisory group, prioritize

Plan
Inputs, outputs, outcomes, promote, deliver

Evaluate
Collect data, report
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