Table 1 Distinguishing between change theory and a theory of change
From: Change theory and theory of change: what’s the difference anyway?
Terminology | Definition | Scope | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Change theory | Framework of ideas, supported by evidence, that explains some aspect of change beyond a single initiative | Generalizable beyond a single initiative | Peer-reviewed literature and books relevant to change in STEM higher education |
Theory of change | A particular approach for making underlying assumptions in a change project explicit, and using the desired outcomes of the project as a mechanism to guide project planning, implementation, and evaluation | Single change initiative | Created and refined by project team |