Program Logic Models for Equity Evaluation

This stream will suit equity professionals working in Australian universities.

This stream comprises 3 modules, (modules 4-6 of the ACSES Evaluation Learning Program).

Module 4: Introduction to Program Logic

Overview

This module introduces the concept of Program Logic Models (PLMs) and their role in student equity program evaluation, and as the foundation for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI). It explains what is involved in developing a PLM in accordance with the SEHEEF and introduces a PLM template. Real-world examples of student equity programs are presented to illustrate how what a meaningful PLM looks like.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this module Learners will:

• Understand what a Program Logic Model is, and its role in student equity program evaluation.

Module 5: Identifying Program Outcomes

Overview

This module covers the fundamental importance of defined outcomes for student equity programs and in PLMs. Starting with a consideration of the purpose of a given student equity program and with reference to its student life cycle stage, the module guides practitioners in identifying what the primary (or long term) outcome/s are that their programs are hoping to achieve, and working back from these outcomes, in identifying the supporting outcomes that they anticipate as leading to these changes.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this module Learners will:

• Be able to identify and clearly articulate the anticipated supporting outcome(s) for a student equity program, and their alignment to the SEHEEF primary outcomes.
• Be able to develop a meaningful Program Logic Model that reflects the anticipated program outcomes.

Module 6: Developing a Program Logic Model

Overview

This module walks practitioners through the development of a Program Logic Model (PLM), informed by their identification of program outcomes covered in Module 5. It explains what steps to take in developing a PLM in accordance with the SEHEEF, utilising the PLM template. Two real-world examples of student equity programs are used to illustrate how the template can be used to develop a meaningful PLM.

Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this module Learners will:

• Understand how to develop a Program Logic Model for a student equity program, in line with the SEHEEF

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The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) is an evidence-based research and public policy centre funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and based at Curtin University.

ACSES is committed to providing the higher education sector with tangible proof of what works to improve the quality and impact of student equity practices in higher education.

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For more information on this stream, or any other questions about the Program, email us at acses@curtin.edu.au