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Regional Networks Training Evaluation Plan Scope of Work Deliverable Regional Coordination Training: Objective 3, Activity 3 Objective 6, Activity 1 October 2012 Table of Contents Introduction………………………………………………………………….3 Plan Components…………………………………………………………..4 Training Evaluation Do’s Don’ts………………………………………6 Training Plan Tips………………………………………………………….7 Appendices Training Plan Training Evaluation Training Evaluation 30 Day Follow-up Survey Introduction One of the primary objectives of the Regional Networks is to help maintain a strong regional infrastructure for Network-funded projects; inclusive to this is the provision of training and technical assistance to maximize the impact and work of local projects within the region. Further, these opportunities should also be shared with partners and intermediaries serving both SNAP-Ed participants and those eligible. To ensure that the planning and development of these training opportunities and events is purposeful, addresses regional and partner priorities and needs, and capitalizes on emerging opportunities within the local nutrition and physical activity environment, the Regional Networks are required to annually submit a training plan (Scope of Work Planning and Evaluation Objective 2, Activity 4a). Ultimately, the training and evaluation tools will work to elevate the quality of trainings provided, increase the likelihood that participants will act on or engage in subject matter and material content provided, and assess the impact of regional trainings for intermediaries and partners. It is envisioned that these tools and the evaluation outcomes of the trainings will also support statewide efforts to demonstrate the impact of the Regional Networks in enhancing the quality and effectiveness of nutrition education and physical activity promotion provided to SNAP-Ed participants and those SNAP-Ed eligibles. These documents and tools are required for the following trainings within