Purposeful Program Theory: Effective Use of Theories of Change and Logic Models

Figures, Tables, and Exhibits. Acknowledgments. The Authors. Introduction: The Promise and Risks of Using Program Theory. PART ONE Key Ideas in Program Theory. Chapter 1: The Essence of Program Theory. Chapter 2: Variations of Program Theory over Time. Chapter 3: Common Myths and Traps. PART TWO Assessing Your Circumstances. Chapter 4: Scoping Intended Uses. Chapter 5: The Nature of the Situation and the Intervention. PAR T T H R E E Developing and Representing Program Theory. Chapter 6: Processes to Identify or Develop a Program Theory. Chapter 7: Developing a Theory of Change. Chapter 8: Developing a Theory of Action. Chapter 9: Representing Program Theory. Chapter 10: Critiquing Program Theory. PART FOUR…