Publications

The effect of online training formats on engagement: a randomised trial

The ACE ran a rapid, mixed-methods evaluation of different online training formats. The evaluation found a 3-minute video was as effective as a 30-minute e-learning module and more effective than a 15-minute podcast.

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Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model – Action bank

Summary

The Action bank provides examples and templates to help agencies develop action plans based on their maturity assessment. Actions are grouped by domain and dimension and cover both strategic and operational initiatives. 

The resource includes:

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Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model – Glossary and FAQs

Summary

This resource defines key terms used in the Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model. It links to relevant resources and toolkits. 

The frequently asked questions section covers:

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Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model – Senior leaders brief

Summary

The Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model helps agencies assess and improve their evaluation capability. 

Use of the model is voluntary. It supports leadership and a culture of evaluation and encourages using evaluation evidence in policy decisions. 

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Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model - User guide

Summary

The User guide explains how to use the Commonwealth Evaluation Maturity Model. It covers:

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Improving on-time submission rates for charity Annual Information Statements: a randomised trial

The ACE worked with the Australian Charities and Not‑for‑profits Commission (ACNC) to see if a simple reminder could help charities submit their yearly reports on time. The trial found that sending an additional reminder email to a charity’s responsible person increased on-time submissions by 5.6 percentage points.

Complete evaluation