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 Use of IMSS Models & Frameworks

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Countries should select or adapt evidence-based, experience-tested IMSS frameworks or planning tools to guide the implementation, maintenance, scale up and sustainability (IMSS) of the interventions, multi-intervention programs and multi-component approaches selected by the country.
Examples of such implementation frameworks or planning tools include This summary was first posted in June 2021 as a "first draft". These individuals  or organizations have contributed to the development of this series of IMSS topics: Carol MacDougal, Sandra Carpenter, Mary Shannon, Doug McCall. We encourage readers to submit comments or suggested edits by posting a comment on the Mini-blog & Discussion Page for this section or posting a comment below:
An evidence-based, experience-tested tool or process should be used to conduct a through situation analysis. There are many evidence-based and experience-tested situational analysis tools available. Some address specific topics such school food and nutrition, some address other forms of school-based and school-linked programs generally and others have developed theories and models from other, broader sectors such as public health or education. The situation analysis should use an inclusive and participatory process when possible, being especially careful to engage the partners who will be involved in the comprehensive approach or program. The data collection process can include reviews of evidence, reports and surveys, specific and general consultations with stakeholders, the use of independent facilitators, ensuring a balance among researchers, practitioners and officials at various levels across the relevant sectors.
This summary was first posted in June 2021 as a "first draft". These individuals  or organizations have contributed to the development of this series of IMSS topics: Carol MacDougal, Sandra Carpenter, Mary Shannon, Doug McCall. We encourage readers to submit comments or suggested edits by posting a comment on the Mini-blog & Discussion Page for this section or posting a comment below:
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This summary was first posted in June 2012. Currently it has been posted as  an "excerpt/adaptation", "first draft" or "revised draft" and "first or revised edition" version. The following individuals or organizations have contributed to the development of this topic.
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Research
Reports & Resources
Overview Key Examples

Understand the Approach/ Program & Its Effectiveness in Different Contexts, on Different Aspects of HPSD, on different Populations


The Processes used to Implement, Maintain, Scale Up, Sustain

How to Build IMSS Capacity and Comptencies


How to integrate within Education Systems

How IMSS fits within an Ecological/ Systems Approach



Research Questions/KDE Agenda
Overview Key Examples Understand the Approach/ Program & Its Effectiveness in Different Contexts, on Different Aspects of HPSD, on different Populations


The Processes used to Implement, Maintain, Scale Up, Sustain

How to Build IMSS Capacity and Comptencies


How to integrate within Education Systems

How IMSS fits within an Ecological/ Systems Approach



Research Questions/KDE Agenda
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(The number of summaries completed or drafted in this section are listed below)

- Introduction to this section
- IMSS Overview
  • Implementing
  • Maintaining
  • Scaling Up/Spreading Out
  • Sustaining
- Rationale & Examples of IMSS Planning
  • Theories of Change
  • Widely Used, Effective Examples
  • Global/Regional/National IMSS Reports
  • Evidence of Impacts on results, core components or sustainability
- Key Insights            - Situation Assessment Tools
  • Organizational Culture & Readiness
  • Fidelity to What?
  • Scaling Up or Spreading Out
  • IMSS in Large, Complex Systems
- The IMSS Process
  • Begin with the End in Mind
  • Match Process, Resources & Outomes
  • Use IMSS Models & Frameworks
  • Estimate size, cost, risks & benefits
  • Strengthen Traditional IMSS Planning
  • Anticipate local Barriers, Opportunities
  • Work with & within Ambiguities
  • Plan Specifically for  Sustainability
  • Recognize, reach critical junctures
- How IMSS fits within a Systems Approach
- Current/Future IMSS Knowledge Development
  • Centres & Networks
  • Research/Knowledge Agendas
  • Methodological Issues & Questions
  • Impacts on System/School Effectiveness
  • Cost-Benefits/Effectiveness