This four-day workshop examines the fundamentals of realist evaluation and synthesis and is designed to help participants develop their skill for recognizing the observable and hidden forces that produce outcomes in complex interventions. Participants will explore the advantages and challenges of using this methodology in evaluating or synthesizing evidence - to move past the question of ‘was it successful?’ to better understand how, for whom, and under what circumstances interventions produce their particular outcomes. This workshop is suitable for those new to the methodology or who are contemplating how it could be used, as well as those who are currently working on realist projects.
Content includes:
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Overview of principles pertaining to realist methodology;
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Definition of ‘context’ ‘mechanism’ and ‘outcome’ for CMO configuring;
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Approach to developing initial programme theories;
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Approach to incorporating middle-range theories;
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Practical steps for data collection and analysis.
The workshop will involve didactic teaching as well as small group discussion and workshop exercises. A reading list including key literature on realist methodology is also provided for further study.
*PLEASE NOTE*: All times are listed in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
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Four 3-Hour Modules/Dates and Times:
Module A: Overview of Realist Philosophy and Principles of Realist Methodology
February 4th, 2021
8:00am - 11:00am (GMT)
Module B: Understanding Programme Theories and Context-Mechanism-Outcome Configuration
February 5th, 2021
8:00am - 11:00am (GMT)
Module C: Incorporating Middle-Range Theory in Realist Analysis
February 8th, 2021
8:00am - 11:00am (GMT)
Module D: Important Tips for using Realist Methodology + Examples
February 9th, 2021
8:00am - 11:00am (GMT)
Fee:
Early bird ends January 4th, 2021
Professional: £440
Student*: £360
(*Students must have full time student status)
Participants who would like to attend multiple or all workshops offered in the
Feb/March 2021 Training Programme may make a single payment by contacting Robyn at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
This workshop is available for “in house” delivery for groups of up to 20 participants.
Please contact Justin Jagosh at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more detail.
