Analysis of AID participant training projects

provides participant training, a descriptive analysis of 107 AID-supported projects was conducted; findings are provided in this paper. Three categories of projects (training only, multi-input projects with a training element, and centrally-funded projects) are defined, and within these, nine training modes (e.g., scholarships, university support, or U.S.-focused) are identified. Evaluative summaries of the training modes are presented, with particular attention given to their respective strengths and weaknesses, followed by findings on 10 general issues of interest to USAID personnel responsible for participant training: English-language ability, candidate availability, training utilization, attrition, women's participation, selection, participant placement, location of training, program extensions and successive degrees, and degree equivalency. Two recommendations are given for improving the evaluation of participant training, and thus gaining evidence of the benefits from investment in training programs.