Tools & Frameworks
Tools & Frameworks
Relevant actions
Action 3
Use it to…
It helps policymakers generate robust, evidence‑based insights into the strengths and weaknesses of early childhood intervention systems. It supports informed decision‑making, policy development, and strategic investment to improve early identification, support, and outcomes for children with developmental risks or disabilities
Where to look in this resource
It provides an overview of what early childhood intervention services entails (p.21-25), a theory of change to support policymakers in defining objectives and outcomes (p.30) alongside an overview of different research methodologies to support an analysis of the ECD landscape (in relation to objectives and outcomes described in the theory of change) (Chapters 6-8)
Description
The guide outlines key concepts, research questions, and methodological steps for assessing early childhood intervention systems at national level. It supports the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data across sectors such as health, education, and social services. Emphasis is placed on understanding governance structures, service availability, access, quality, workforce capacity, and coordination mechanisms. The guide is designed to ensure consistency, rigor, and comparability in national analyses, while allowing adaptation to country contexts.
Brief description
This methodological guide provides structured guidance for conducting national situation analyses on early childhood intervention. It supports systematic research to map existing services, policies, and gaps affecting young children requiring early intervention
Keywords
research methods; theory of change; system assessment; evidence generation; policy analysis
Resource Title
Methodological Guide: Research for national situation analysis on early childhood intervention
