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Nowadays, a logic model is used as the main resource of effective planning, management and monitoring. Basically, it expresses an idea of how an initiative is supposed to work on practice previously being presented as a table or map. The logic model builds understanding about how the program will work, what results can be expected and what can be improved (Goldman, K.D., & Schmalz, K.J., 2006).
In fact, there is a huge variety of approaches; each of them has its own specificity. However, an ideal approach should be based on the main values of the program development, namely, planning or organization of the working process, implementation of the plan and evaluation of the results (Goldman, K.D., & Schmalz, K.J., 2006).
The effectiveness of the logic model depends on the certain conditions: precise definition of context in which the problem exists and determination of the main priorities such as legality, resources or accessibility; identification of the key resources and contributions including finances, materials or staff; action plan with activities and events; the benefits and possible outcomes including immediate, mid-term and long-term ones; identification of beliefs about the program of people involved; final identification of such factors as climate, demography, background or culture which can influence the final results. In addition, the strongest logic model can be built in the result of the reached consensus; otherwise, it can turn into a challenge on the way to implementation of the program. Thus, it is important to strengthen the collaboration among private and social sector organizations partaking in the project. Consequently, it will remove discomfort and lead to the well-balanced relationships within the project. Moreover, implementation of logically linked activities designed to represent the main points for each specific audience can also be of great benefit (Kaplan, S.A., & Garrett, K.E., 2005).
Generally, any logic model should be seen as a certain sketch or chart which would depict the main components of the program through the prism of the key values. Afterwards, it will become an effective tool for planning, clarifying outcomes, evaluation and communication process within any enterprise.
References
Goldman, K.D., & Schmalz, K.J. (2006). Logic models: The picture worth ten thousand words. Health Promotion Practice, 7 (1), 8-12.
Kaplan, S.A., & Garrett, K.E. (2005). The use of logic models by community-based initiatives. Evaluation and Program Planning, 28(2), 167-172.
