General+information

In this section I would like to capture some additional information about the main instructional parameters. Feel free to add, modify and contribute:

**The objectives of the course**:
 * To create the capacity to think through the theory of change of a given programme and to use that process to develop appropriate activities and indicators (output, outcome and impact);
 * To develop an understanding of the basic methods and approaches to impact assessment, the importance of identifying a counterfactual, and the link between programme and impact assessment design;
 * To foster the ability to design, as the final assignment of the course, a rigorous impact assessment for a food security programme.


 * Learning methodology**

Web-based training consists of different elements and is a mixture of different didactic forms. You will learn together but also in a self-study mode. You will learn with digital means but also without. You will learn online and offline.

Each week we will follow the same structure which is based on:

- active learning resources with concrete learning objectives - background material which contains interesting references, practical cases, various online resources - a series of activities - one assignment with a deadline (to sharpen the focus) - one forum discussion on a specific topic


 * Expectations**

We expect you to spend 10 hours per week on the course. More concretely, we request that: - you contribute with the discussion boards with minimal X posts and X reaction to other member's posts - you complete the X assignments - you update your learning logs accordingly

In return you may expect:

- Feedback and input in the online discussions and replies to email queries provided by international experts - Facilitation on a technical, didactic and pedagogical level by international experts - Moderation in the discussion boards - Feedback on your assignments and on your individual project - An international FAO-ITC-ILO Certificate after successful completion


 * Time schedule**

Description of the workshop syllabus


 * Tips for successful learning in this online course**

Based on previous e-learning courses and experiences, and in view of the context of the present course, we have developed a series of tips that might help you engage in the e-learning process. Click HERE to have access to them.