J-PAL’s free, self-paced course on Evaluating Social Programs explores each step in designing a randomized evaluation, from developing a theory of change and conducting the randomization process to navigating design challenges and ethical considerations. Through lectures led by J-PAL affiliated professors and case studies using real-world examples, you will gain an understanding of both technical aspects and practical considerations for measuring the impact of social programs and policies.
This course is designed for policymakers, program implementers, and practitioners from governments, NGOs, international organizations, foundations, and beyond, as well as students looking for an introduction to randomized evaluations. Join a community of learners from around the world who are interested in using rigorous evaluation and evidence to understand whether their programs achieve the intended impact.
How to register
To enroll in the course, create an account on MITx Online, head to the course page, and click Enroll Now. You can choose from the following two enrollment tracks:
- Enroll for free and complete the course at your own pace
- Upgrade to the Certificate Track ($99) to be eligible to take the final quiz and receive a certificate of completion from J-PAL and MITx
Please reach out to training@povertyactionlab.org with any questions on enrolling in the course.
