[112] Exploring a Career in Evaluation & Learning (Liz DiLuzio)

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Join our Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/data-umbrella ## Resources - Intro to Evaluation workshop (paid): https://community.evallearn.com/plans/1529603?bundle_token=fb079779aa3f2ac7d3068f9199163a86&utm_source=manual ## About the Event This session is a practical introduction to the field of program evaluation. We'll cover what evaluation is, how it differs from research, and the tools, methods, and metrics used to assess impact. You'll see examples from nonprofits and workforce programs, and learn about career paths in evaluation for data analysts and researchers. We'll also discuss how evaluation relates to equity, nonprofits, and grant making. Suitable for those new to evaluation or considering a career shift. ## Timestamps 00:00 Data Umbrella Intro 02:50 Liz introduces herself 05:24 About Evaluation and Learning Consulting 07:41 What is evaluation? 10:00 Project Case Study 1: Wyckoff Heights Medical Centre 12:47 Project Case Study 2: Stanford University 16:00 Project Case Study 3: Afterschool Alliance 19:38 Evaluation + Analysis: Difference between the two roles 21:50 Skills needed to start out in evaluation and analysis 23:00 Tools used in evaluation projects 26:41 Common terms in evaluation 32:28 Why the evaluation field is growing 34:51 Job prospects for analysts 40:36 Qualities of a good analyst 43:39 How to make yourself marketable 45:10 Introduction to evaluation for analysts workshop 47:10 Resources 48:00 Q: Do you ever get cases where you are called to do evaluation after data has been collected? 48:59 Q: Are there some specific metrics that come up over and over? 55:26 Q: Can you explain what a logic model is? 1:00:33 Q: Have you done evaluation for learning programs such as online courses and do you have any overarching shares from that? 1:02:20 Thank you!! ## About the Speaker Liz DiLuzio is a dynamic entrepreneur, educator, and leader dedicated to transforming how professionals approach data analytics. As the co-founder of the EdTech startup Data Jam, she has created a vibrant learning community designed to help evaluators and researchers build their expertise in leveraging data to make better decisions and tell better stories. With her unique ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice that stems from her work as a scholar and practitioner, Liz has positioned Data Jam as a trusted resource for those looking to sharpen their skills and advance their careers. In addition to her work with Data Jam, Liz teaches about topics related to program evaluation and quantitative methods at New York University, the University of New Hampshire, and St. Francis College. In her spare time, Liz can be found on a plane, train, bicycle, or car exploring some new corner of the world with her husband and son. - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ediluzio/ - Twitter: https://x.com/lizdiluzio - Website: https://community.evallearn.com/about - Evallearn website: https://evallearn.com/ #DataForSocialImpact #DataScience