Logical Framework Approach

PME 821: Principles of Monitoring and Evaluation

Principles of Monitoring and
Evaluation
Topic No 3: The Logical Framework Revisited
Course Lecturer: George M. Onyango
February, 2013

MASENO UNIVERSITY
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1. Introduction
In the introductory course mention has been made of the Logical Framework. In this course we revisit the topic to be able to position it within the overall framework of M&E principles.
This topic provides an overview of the Logical Framework approach. It then provides insights into the concepts and the logical relationships between the key parameters in project monitoring and evaluation. It finally provides a an opportunity for the students to be able to link the theory with practice through engagement in developing a typical Logframe.
2. Learning Objective
At the end of this topic the learner
1. will have been introduced to the logical framework
2. will have been shown the application of logical framework in M&E
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Learning outcomes

The overall learning outcome of this topic is to enable the student be able to only grasp the logic in the logical framework but to also develop and apply the tool in a simulated environment. This topic will provide the basis for appreciating the key elements of M&E in the Project Cycle.

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Topic 3: Contents
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Introduction

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Learning Objective

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Learning outcomes

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4.0 LOGICAL FRAMEWORK REVISITED

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4.1 The Problem Tree Approach

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4.2 From Problem Tree to Objective Tree

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4.3 Review of the Logical Framework

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4.4 Vertical and Horizontal linkages in the Logframe (The Matrix)

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4.5

ASSIGNMENT

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4.0 LOGICAL FRAMEWORK REVISITED