Pilot evaluation in TENCompetence: a theory-driven model

This paper describes a theory-driven evaluation model that is used in evaluating four pilots in which an infrastructure for lifelong competence development, which is currently being developed, is validated. The model makes visible the separate implementation steps that connect the envisaged infrastructure at the very beginning to the actual learning outcomes at the end. The model shows how each implementation step can lead to differences, that may influence the ultimate outcomes. We first show the characteristics of the model, and how they are derived from existing evaluation literature. Secondly, we show how the model is used in the several stages of evaluation, including its use to test the program theory.