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Communicating Evaluation Findings: Summarizing and Presenting Data

Intended Audience

Individuals who want to better communicate program outcomes to partners, funders, community members, decision-makers, and other audiences.

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Communicating Evaluation Findings: Summarizing and Presenting Data

Intended Audience

Individuals who want to better communicate program outcomes to partners, funders, community members, decision-makers, and other audiences.

Level

Advanced

Estimated length

1+ Hours

Implementation Stage(s)

Plan and Prepare
Program and Service Implementation
Evaluation and Improvement
Sustainability

Level

Advanced

Estimated length

1+ Hours

Implementation Stage(s)

Plan and Prepare
Program and Service Implementation
Evaluation and Improvement
Sustainability

Course Details

Level

Advanced

Topic Area(s)

Data and Impact

Implementation Stages

Plan and Prepare
Program and Service Implementation
Evaluation and Improvement
Sustainability

Setting(s)

Child Welfare
Community Groups
Educators
Family Support
Government and Policy
Healthcare
Human Service Organizations
Juvenile Justice
Project Management

Description

This course aims to equip individuals with the practical skills needed to confidently understand and share program data, maximizing its impact. Participants will learn to interpret data in order to identify meaningful changes, translate information into dynamic and varied presentation formats, and apply best practices when presenting data tailored to different audiences. The course will also address common challenges in data communication and highlight valuable resources for ongoing support.

Learning Objectives

  • Select appropriate data visualization tools and presentation formats for specific use cases.
  • Utilize visualization tools to clearly and effectively communicate a program’s story.
  • Tailor data messages to meet the specific needs and capacities of diverse audiences.
  • Apply clear and concise language to enhance program engagement and data accessibility.
  • Identify common pitfalls and ethical considerations in data communication to build and maintain trust.
  • Locate valuable resources and support networks for ongoing assistance in translating and sharing findings.

Real-World Application

Professionals are often challenged to transform evaluation data into meaningful stories that resonate with funders, community stakeholders, program participants, and organizational leaders. This course offers practical strategies for creating compelling visuals, presentations, grant reports, and audience-focused communications that build understanding and trust. Participants will learn to use data storytelling to demonstrate program value, inspire action, support evidence-based decisions, secure resources, and strengthen community impact.

Developers

Kimberley Williams, Prevention Content Development Specialist, Penn State EPIS 

Sarah Jones, MPH, Extension Coordinator Specialist, Washington State University 

Continuing Education

  • Earn a certificate upon completion and submit it to your employer for continuing education credit.
  • Pennsylvania educators earn Act 48 credits by completing this course.
  • The PLP team is currently exploring additional opportunities to expand continuing education credit eligibility within Pennsylvania and to other states in the future.

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Course Details

Level

Advanced

Topic Area(s)

Data and Impact

Implementation Stages

Plan and Prepare
Program and Service Implementation
Evaluation and Improvement
Sustainability

Setting(s)

Child Welfare
Community Groups
Educators
Family Support
Government and Policy
Healthcare
Human Service Organizations
Juvenile Justice
Project Management

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