A learning agenda.

What elements of performance incentive programs lead to success? What pitfalls can be avoided? When do performance-based programs generate more bang for the buck than other approaches? What tools are needed to help governments and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) put performance-based financing in place? Moving beyond the monitoring and evaluation that should be a part of any performance-based program (chapter 4) here we propose an agenda for learning that extends beyond any individual country or program. It is about developing knowledge and tools that can be used widely rigorously measuring and understanding what works across settings and creating an ongoing way to share and learn among those who are implementing and studying performance-based programs. (Excerpt)