Innovations in Data for Impact Evaluation
The accessibility and use of big data and data science methods such as geospatial analysis, machine learning, and generative AI are increasing rapidly in the field of international development. 3ie continuously assesses the practical value of such novel data sources and methods for evidence-informed decision making, distills the most promising ones into pragmatic approaches for evidence users, and guides the application of these sources and methods to research on the effectiveness of programs and policies.
