...Aljawharah Alsalamah; Carol Callinan Purpose A number of studies on Kirkpatrick’s four-level training evaluation model have been published, since its inception in 1959, either investigating it or applying it to evaluate the training process. The purpose of this bibliometric analysis...

...Ulrik Brandi; Peter Christensen Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore how enterprises are to arrange its learning processes in order to optimise the integration and creation of sustainable organisational learning. The paper describes a lite learning evaluation technology that makes...

... organisation is achieving from the coaching in light of research presented in the author's previous article. Design/methodology/approach – This research is based on a case study. Findings – Although not an easy task, it is possible to evaluate the impact of coaching and, in turn, calculate...

...Kirsty Yates Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to understand the extent to which clients manage, track and evaluate coaching within their organisation, including awareness of the number of individuals being coached, awareness of their annual coaching spend, existence of a consistent...

...Fiona MacNeill; Jillian Vanzetta Purpose – This paper reflects a two-year evaluation research study by Fiona MacNeill Associates (FMA), focused on an Appreciative Leadership Programme. The aim of this study was to explore the impact of designing a bespoke Appreciative Leadership Programme...

...Sally Elaine Watson Purpose – The aim of the paper is to report on application of Appreciative Inquiry to the evaluation of a management development programme involving 72 managers from an organisation delivering further and higher education. The structure and ethos of Appreciative Inquiry...

... employees. Several training aspects considered important in adult education, as well as some business goals achieved through training, were all very favorably evaluated. Originality/value In‐company training is a key factor for business growth and competitiveness. This is the first research...

...John O'Connor; Bob Little Purpose The paper aims to describe the results assessment approach to the evaluation of training and development programmes. Design/methodology/approach The paper explains the shortfalls with current approaches to evaluation, outlines the research...

...Nick Wright Purpose This article aims to introduce organization development (OD) and its potential application in organizational environments by discussing core concepts, practice models and providing guidance on evaluation and development. Design/methodology/approach...

...Alan Cattell Leslie   Rae . Trainer Assessment: A Guide to Measuring the Performance of Trainers and Facilitators (2nd ed.) . Gower , 2002 . 245 pp. , ISBN: 0‐566‐08457‐0   £47.50 (hardback) Trainers Training Evaluation This book as a second edition...

...Peter Powis © MCB UP Limited 2000 --> Training Evaluation Feedback Evaluating Training Sharon Bartram and Brenda GibsonGower1999ISBN:0566078058£55.00 Hardback Keywords Training, Evaluation, Feedback Evaluating Training covers a broader field...

...Richard Hale Practical guidance is given regarding the use of learning logs which can be a real aid to encourage managers to reflect on learning. I was a little surprised that there was not more discussion regarding the theory of how people learn,given the focus on evaluation. Suitable...

... solutions are described and also linked to broader organisational development activities (e.g. employee communications). The evaluation processes showed a positive impact had been achieved and five key lessons are emphasised as important: a true understanding of what is required at the level...

...James A. Athanasou The purpose of this paper is to provide a basis for the evaluation of educational and training programs in commerce and industry. Official statistics highlight the lack of training evaluations and point to a need for critical appraisal of training efforts. Evaluation is presented...

...Christopher Rowe Stresses the need for evaluation of management training and development. Distinguishes between single‐loop learning (monitoring) and double‐loop learning (evaluation). Suggests that evaluation throws up certain “quandaries”. Why do most management development programmes espouse...

... characteristics in common. Sets out ten rules which should be followed in order to make sure pilot programmes are successful. The rules cover essential aspects of design, planning, resource allocation, recruiting and briefing participants, evaluating results and building on success. © MCB UP Limited 1995...

...Michael Sheehan; Dan Kearns Describes a case study in which the Kolb learning model was used in the implementation and evaluation of a facilitation skills training programme associated with organizational change. Demonstrates the usefulness of experimental learning theory and Kolb′s learning model...

...Christopher Rowe Considers competence – what the competence‐based approach means, how it has developed, and how it can be used in the long‐term evaluation of training and development. Focuses on defining what criteria are used for assessing competence; how such criteria are measured; which criteria...

.... Also identifies the advantages and disadvantages of each method. Ends with a skill check which provides an opportunity to apply the content covered. © MCB UP Limited 1995 Cost/benefit analysis Evaluation Management development Performance levels Productivity Return on investment Skills...

... costs of a training course or programme. Also describes the feasibility of linking training outcomes to organizational improvements and the selection of training outcomes (benefits) to be measured and quantified. Cost/benefit analysis Cost effectiveness Evaluation Management Training Training...