Improving the participation of Syrian refugees in education through online study courses
Funding
Irak, Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey
2023
Higher Education I Migration & Refugees I Gender & Inclusion
E-learning I Evaluation & Monitoring I Research
Introduction
Paeradigms conducted a mid-term review and a research study, aiming to refine the project’s direction and explore the broader potential of e-learning for refugees.
Objectives
Paeradigms was brought in to:
Conduct a mid-term review (MTR) to assess the project’s current state and offer recommendations for its future phases.
Undertake a research study to gauge the applicability and scalability of online education for refugees, particularly within the MENA region, while exploring its potential transferability to other contexts and target groups
Background
The Syrian civil war has left an indelible mark on the educational aspirations of countless Syrians. Recognizing the urgency and significance of the situation, GIZ, in partnership with the University of the People, initiated a project to extend online education to Syrian refugees. Paeradigms has been engaged to critically assess the project’s progress to date and to conduct a research study investigating the broader potential of e-learning for refugee populations.
Approach
Paeradigms’ methodology involved:
Participatory MTR Design: Employ a utilisation-focused, participatory strategy for the Mid-term Review, actively involving UoPeople and GIZ. The evaluation aligns with the project’s Theory of Change and OECD-DAC criteria.
Data collection for MTR: Use a mix of primary and secondary data, gathered through interviews, focus groups, and surveys.
Research study framework: Combine top-down and bottom up methodologies to assess e-learning’s broader potential and scalability.
Data Approach for Study: Utilise both qualitative and quantitative techniques for a comprehensive analysis
Outcome
Paeradigms successfully delivered:
A comprehensive project proposal outlining the project’s rationale, goals, activities, outcomes, result matrix, impact assessments, risk analyses, and sustainability plans.