Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note
This methods note introduces Social Network Analysis (SNA) as a valuable tool for evaluating development interventions, particularly in research-for-development (R4D). It defines SNA, explores its applications in the social sciences, and outlines key steps for conducting an SNA—from data collection...
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| author | Anand, Shweta Carneiro, Bia |
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| description | This methods note introduces Social Network Analysis (SNA) as a valuable tool for evaluating development interventions, particularly in research-for-development (R4D). It defines SNA, explores its applications in the social sciences, and outlines key steps for conducting an SNA—from data collection to interpretation. By examining case studies, the note illustrates how SNA helps assess stakeholder relationships, track information flows, and analyze network structures. It highlights the benefits of SNA in development evaluation, such as monitoring network evolution, strengthening partnerships, and improving decision-making. Additionally, it provides guidance for young evaluators on overcoming challenges in implementing SNA. The document also explores how SNA integrates with Developmental Evaluation (DE), leveraging participatory methods and network visualization to enhance program effectiveness. By applying SNA, evaluators can uncover hidden patterns, improve collaboration, and generate actionable insights for more impactful interventions. |
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| spelling | CGSpace1770772025-10-15T01:01:06Z Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note Anand, Shweta Carneiro, Bia evaluation social networks This methods note introduces Social Network Analysis (SNA) as a valuable tool for evaluating development interventions, particularly in research-for-development (R4D). It defines SNA, explores its applications in the social sciences, and outlines key steps for conducting an SNA—from data collection to interpretation. By examining case studies, the note illustrates how SNA helps assess stakeholder relationships, track information flows, and analyze network structures. It highlights the benefits of SNA in development evaluation, such as monitoring network evolution, strengthening partnerships, and improving decision-making. Additionally, it provides guidance for young evaluators on overcoming challenges in implementing SNA. The document also explores how SNA integrates with Developmental Evaluation (DE), leveraging participatory methods and network visualization to enhance program effectiveness. By applying SNA, evaluators can uncover hidden patterns, improve collaboration, and generate actionable insights for more impactful interventions. 2024-09-30 2025-10-14T16:54:53Z 2025-10-14T16:54:53Z Report https://hdl.handle.net/10568/177077 en https://iaes.cgiar.org/evaluation/publications/social-network-analysis-evaluation-cgiar-genebank-platform#:~:text=Abstract,iaes.cgiar.org/evaluation Open Access application/pdf CGIAR Independent Advisory and Evaluation Service Anand, S. and Carneiro, B. 2024. Social Network Analysis for Evaluating Development Interventions: A Methods Note. Rome: CGIAR Independent Advisory and Evaluation Service, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT/CGIAR, Gender and Equity Network South Asia (GENSA). |
| spellingShingle | evaluation social networks Anand, Shweta Carneiro, Bia Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note |
| title | Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note |
| title_full | Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note |
| title_fullStr | Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note |
| title_full_unstemmed | Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note |
| title_short | Social Network Analysis For The Evaluation Of Development Interventions: A Methods Note |
| title_sort | social network analysis for the evaluation of development interventions a methods note |
| topic | evaluation social networks |
| url | https://hdl.handle.net/10568/177077 |
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