Logic Model

A logic model is a depiction or roadmap that leads to specific outcomes. A Logic model often include the following: inputs, activities, outputs, short-term outcomes, intermediate outcomes, and long-term outcomes. A logic model is completed early in program planning to explain the relationships between program activities and the desired outcome.

Is Integrate Core Practice Model a required component of the Comprehensive Prevention Plan? YES (Theory of Change OR Logic Model is required).

ACL 22-23 (March 10, 2022), page 9, the logic model helps to connect the goals of the cross-sector partnership to align with the intent of both the state and federal legislation.

Resources

Logic Models | Friends NRC

FRIENDS has developed several resources to guide cross-sector collaboratives in the development of logic modes including, blank templates, searchable database of outcomes/indicators, a compendium of annotated measurement tools, and an online learning course about logic models.

Enhancing Program Performance with Logic Models (uwex.edu)

Video describing steps on developing a logic model and monitoring effectiveness, with printable checklists.

How to Create a Logic Model « Pell Institute

This article reviews the key steps for putting together a logic model; strategically displaying a logic model; and defining resources, assets, and inputs.

Logic Model Development Guide (issuelab.org)

This resource provides nonprofits and community members alike sufficient orientation to the underlying principles of "logic modeling" and this tool maybe used to enhance program planning, implementation, and dissemination activities.

Change and Implementation in Practice: Monitoring, Evaluating, and Applying Findings Brief - Center for States - Child Welfare Capacity Building Collaborative

The brief explains key concepts and provides step-by-step guidance for building a logic model, assessing fidelity, developing plans for formative and summative evaluations, and using evidence to make decisions and adjustments. The brief also discusses sustainability planning.

Using Logic Models for Program Planning and Evaluation – Creative Research Solutions

The purpose of this article is to describe logic models, the purpose of using logic models, and to provide some tips and resources for developing a logic model for your program.

Guiding Questions

1. These guiding questions are provided to assist in the development of the comprehensive prevention plan.
2. What problem is the program trying to address? Identify the problem(s) and provide a description of the problem and who it affects the most.
3. What resources are required to implement the program (inputs) successfully (this includes but is not limited to human resources, office supplies, field resources, etc.)?
4. What are the program lead responsibilities to ensure the program has an impact on the identified problem (outputs), this includes the activities, services, events, and products created?
5. What is the goal of the program (outcome)? Outcomes can be divided into short-term and long-term goals.
6. What external factors may help or prevent the program from being successful (e.g., environment/setting, other programs, influences)?
7. Identify program indicators. What are the measures of success for inputs, outputs (process indicators), and outcomes (performance indicators)?