Evaluation von Netzwerkentwicklungen in einer lernenden Region — ein Praxisbericht

The following contribution gives some suggestions on how a formative evaluation of a regional network of educational institutions and actors can be carried out. The formation of the network will be continuously supported by an iterative proceeding composed of the steps “data survey — feedback of results — consultation — transformation”. A central aim was to derive maximum benefit from linking together network evaluation and counselling. At the time of the first of three planned interview surveys the network was in a rather early stage of development. Central themes were role expectations, communicative and organizational structures, actors’ resources management and how a network is in general estimated as a learning opportunity.