Evaluation

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According to the definition given by the OECD [1], "Evaluations are analytical assessments addressing results of public policies, organisations or programmes, that emphasise reliability and usefulness of findings. Their role is to improve information and reduce uncertainty..."[1]

Evaluation addresses problems of decision making, supporting decision makers with information in order to improve the outcomes of policies and practices.
  1. OECD (1998); BEST PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR EVALUATION. PUMA Policy Brief No. 5.[2]