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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 43 MIN

60. Making Learning Real in MEL with Florence Randari

from The Evaluation Couch

Adding "learning" to a job title doesn't mean learning is actually happening. In this episode, Florence Randari breaks down what it really takes to operationalize the "L" in MEL. Florence explains why MEL systems often fail to support learning even when rebranded as "MEL," and what needs to change. Florence discusses the difference between evaluation questions and learning questions, the competencies needed to facilitate learning, and provides practical tools and processes for embedding learning in your work.  Resources:  Follow Florence Randari to learn more about integrating Learning in MEL. Susbcribe to the Learn Adapt Manage (LAN) Network here.  Read some of the articles discussed in this episode:  Designing for Decisions: How to Build Learning Systems That Actually Lead to Action | LinkedIn Small Shifts That Made My Learning Workshops Actually Work | LinkedIn What makes a Pause and Reflect Meeting Different?.....The Agenda | LinkedIn Check out the BetterEvaluation Career in Evaluation page.    www.mariamontenegro.ca | www.linkedin.com/in/mariamontenegro 

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