Programming, Training, and Evaluation Guidance. Peace Corps Publication No. T0140

The Peace Corps "Programming, Training, and Evaluation Guidance" (PT&E Guidance) will assist field PT&E staff to optimally support trainees and Volunteers to build the capacity and contribute to improving the lives of people in their country of service. The PT&E Guidance consists of four parts. Part 1 of this guide provides an overview of the Peace Corps' mission, goals, and approach to development. Part 2 of this guide explains the way in which the Peace Corps works to achieve its mission by helping host countries provide a public benefit and improve well-being among their community members through implementing Peace Corps projects. Part 2 outlines how to develop a project plan, including a project framework, as well as the development of a monitoring, evaluation, and reporting plan. Part 3 of this guide explains the Peace Corps' approach to training design and will help post staff assess, design, and adapt an effective training program to prepare and empower Volunteers throughout their service. Part 4 covers topics related to management and implementation of Peace Corps PT&E. This section covers planning, budgeting, and funding, as well as building effective teams and Volunteer support. All four parts of this guide are intended to provide simple and easy-to-use reference materials for post staff as they build quality programs.