Developed a research agenda that sets out digital inclusion research priorities, key research questions, and suggested research projects. The research agenda will help the Department of Internal Affairs to support and build a strong body of New Zealand digital inclusion research. Year: 2019
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Guidance on evaluation of digital inclusion initiatives
Developed guidance for government on how to create incentives for and support evaluation of digital inclusion initiatives. The guidance is accompanied by a set of case studies of good examples of evaluation of digital inclusion initiatives. These reports are being used by the Department of Internal Affairs to promote better and more consistent evaluation of …
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Guidance on evaluating machinery of government changes
Developed guidance on how to evaluate machinery of government changes. This work formed the basis of the State Services Commission’s guidance on evaluating system architecture and design changes. Year: 2017
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Development of an evidence rating scale for the New Zealand social sector
Standards of evidence are rating scales against which evidence for the effectiveness of social interventions can be assessed. International best practice in the development and use of such standards was reviewed and an evidence rating scale for New Zealand was developed. The rating scale was used to assess the evidence supporting social investment budget bids …
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Guidance on evaluation and critical appraisal of evidence
Produced guidance on evaluation and the critical appraisal of research and evaluation evidence, tailored for policy, funding agency, and NGO (non-government organisation) staff. Superu used these resources in their work on lifting the standards of research and evaluation in the New Zealand social sector. Year: 2015
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Guidance on environmental evaluation
Produced guidance on evaluation of environmental policies, tailored for specialist and non-specialist audiences. The guidance was used by the Ministry for the Environment as a reference document and educational resource. Year: 2012
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