Reporting allows project participants to stay up to date on what is happening. When done in our Google Drive Guides, educators/advisors can quickly respond to any questions or concerns that arise.
Components
- Frequency
- Format
- Documentation
- Content
Frequency
This may vary based on project stage. Options include:
- Daily
- Weekly
- 2 or more times per week
- Less often than weekly (not recommended)
Format
Ideally learners have easy access and any skills needed. Options include:
- Written via the GD guides
- On paper
- Email, text, or an app
- Video or audio recordings uploaded to Drive
Documentation
This helps clarify events and other things being reported. Options include:
- Photos or screenshots
- Video links
- Emails/other communication with partner organizations
- GD Guide activity reports
Content
The idea is to share details to give an idea of what’s happening and provide topics for reflection (next up). Possibilities include:
- Tasks completed or other accomplishments
- Skills or knowledge gained (e.g., new slang, procedures, approaches to something)
- Observations (e.g., about community member challenges, power dynamics, communication, how resources are allocated, etc.)
- Challenging or surprising situations
- New or different insights
- Observed feelings in reaction to any of the above