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Training Session Handout on Evaluating Training Efforts
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Training Evaluation ©2009, Creative Commons Attributable, Laura Zambrano & Jyoti Priyadarshini Page 1
Training Evaluation Evaluation is becoming a more important part of the Training programs today than ever, simply because the volume of investments in T&D programs has increased
manifold over the years. Decision makers need to determine which programs are working, and how to increase the overall organizational effectiveness, and evaluation processes help them in decision making process.
Evaluation is the systematic process of determining the worth, value, or meaning of any process or activity. In context of a Training & Development Program, Evaluation serves the purpose of providing measurable and tangible feedback on the effectiveness of the program.
Training today is too costly, and results of an ineffective training too far‐reaching, to be left on chance. Using appropriate evaluation techniques and processes can help an HR Department to become more accountable by providing objective and comprehensive reports on the efforts, benefits, and overall success of a training program.
“Evaluate what you want – because what gets measured, gets produced.”
‐ James A. Belasco
Agenda of the Session
Presenters’ Introduction 2 ‐3 minutes
Icebreaker 8 – 10 minutes
Overview of Evaluation 2 – 4 minutes
Purpose of Evaluation 8 – 10 minutes
Factors to consider during Evaluation 4 – 6 minutes
Levels of Evaluation 4 – 6 minutes
ROI Model of Evaluation 4 – 6 minutes
Sample Forms 3 – 5 minutes
Conclusion 2 – 3 minutes
Feedback and Felicitation 2 – 3 minutes
Estimated Session Time: 40 minutes
Short break before and after session
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Purposes and uses of evaluation
To determine success in accomplishing program objectives To identify the strengths and weaknesses in the HRD process To compare the costs and benefits of an HRD program To decide who should participate in future programs To test the clarity and validity of tests, cases, and exercises To identify which participants were the most successful with the
program To reinforce major points
made to the participant To gather data to assist in
marketing future programs To determine if the
program was appropriate solution for the specific need
To establish a database that can assist management in making decisions
Factors to consider during Evaluation
Location of Participants Duration of the program Importance of program in meeting the organization objectives Relative investment in the program Ability of the participants to be involved in the Evaluation Level of management interest in evaluation
ROI Model of Evaluation
Various models of evaluation have been proposed by academicians and researchers over the past few years. However, the basic idea in all of the models remains the same – and comprises the following 5 levels at which
the evaluation should be done for a training program to be evaluated completely and effectively.
10 myths about Evaluation
There are many faulty assumptions that have kept HR Professionals from measuring the contribution of their efforts. Some of these myths are:
i. I can’t measure the results of my training effort!
ii. I don’t know what information to collect!
iii. If I can’t calculate the return on investment, then it is useless to evaluate the program!
iv. Measurement is only effective in the production and financial arenas!
v. My CEO does not require evaluation, so why should I do it?
vi. There are too many variables affecting the behaviour for me to evaluate the impact of training!
vii. Evaluation will lead to criticism!
viii. I don’t need to justify my existence; I have a proven track record!
ix. Measuring progress towards learning objectives is an adequate evaluation strategy!
x. Evaluation costs way too much to be worth the effort!
What is needed is a change in approach of the HR Professionals. They need to change their attitudes and start focussing on numbers – not only does it make good economic sense, but also provides the necessary accountability and credibility to their effort!
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Thank you for attending this program! We appreciate your
attendance!
Please don’t forget to return the filled evaluation forms,
and to collect your participation certificates!
Almost every organization sets a certain benchmark for the ROI percent before a training proposal is approved by the management. Training department submits a proposal for a training session as per the needs assessment along with the projected ROI. With a set benchmark, it becomes easier to make quick decisions, especially in the situation where a budgetary constraint can only allow the expenses for one training session from many proposed.
One of the major challenges in an evaluation process is the analysis of collected data. Any evaluation process should have plans to identify, collect, and isolate data for the analysis purposes. This challenge is convoluted when the training sessions focus on soft skills. It is much more difficult to observe and record the results of a time management or stress management training, as compared to a manufacturing technique training – not only because the results are difficult to quantify, but also because the results are difficult to isolate and attribute to the training session.
However, even the intangible and soft benefits from a training session can be evaluated via a cost‐benefit analysis, as the HR Professionals are increasing beginning to admit and realize with the requirement of hard quantifiable results at the management table.
Examples of Soft Data Absenteeism Job Satisfaction Implementation of New Ideas
Use of New Skills
Time Management Skills
Organizational Commitment
Examples of Hard Data Units Produced Items Sold Unit Cost Product Defects Number of Accidents