PCRA as a project monitoring and
evaluation tool
PCRA methods can be quite useful in defining
parameters for CRM project performance (or impact) monitoring and
evaluation. If you intend to use PCRA methods for this purpose, the
monitoring and evaluation indicators specific to the project should be
considered before any field work is conducted.
Most projects have environmental, ecological, socioeconomic and institutional indicators that can be measured through PCRA. These indicators commonly have unique formats, sources and units. Thus, when project monitoring and evaluation is important, the indicator system should serve as a primary guide in determining the type and form of information gathered during PCRA.
PCRA should not, however, be seen merely as a tool for project monitoring and evaluation. Much of the real value of PCRA lies in providing information for initial CRM planning and implementation. While indicators measure the success of a CRM effort, a great deal more information is needed to make monitoring and evaluation successful. The greater value of PCRA is realized when it facilitates initial and subsequent decisions regarding actual project activities and interventions.
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