Not everything that counts can be counted: mixed methods impact evaluations in global health

Published on May 18, 2020

Mixed-methods evaluations can provide a comprehensive understanding of the extent and reasons for change (or lack thereof) in a health intervention. The blog provides steps to describe the approach developed by evaluators from KIT Royal Tropical Institute, building upon many years’ experience evaluating health interventions. BMJ Global Health Blog

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