How to do formative training evaluation

Here are some objectives of formative evaluation:

• To assess a training course or workshop as it progresses
• To find out the extent of program implementation
• To determine improvements and adjustments needed to attain the training objectives

1. Observe trainee behavior.
2. Have informal talks about the training activity with the trainees.
3. Give short tests to trainees.
4. Hold group discussions with the trainees to gain feedback.
5. Answer the following questions:
   • Did you identify training needs correctly?
   • Have you noticed other areas which need attention?
   • Are there indications that the training objectives will be met?
   • Do the objectives need to be revised?
   • Are the training topics being taught?
   • Have additional training topics come up which need to be taught?
   • Are the training methods appropriate or do you need to adjust them?

• Evaluating training

• Task module: How to do formative training evaluation
• In task module: Evaluating training
• In task module: Planning a training program
• In task module: Training literacy personnel, by Susan Malone, Angelika Marsch (contributor), Stephen L. Walter (contributor), Kenneth A. Boothe (editor), and Trudy K. Stewart (general editor)
• In task module: Developing an instructional program, by Kenneth A. Boothe (contributor), Patricia M. Davis (contributor), Trudy K. Stewart (general editor), Leah B. Walter (contributor), Glenys Waters (contributor), and Adelle R. Walter (illustrator)
• In task module: Implementing a literacy program, by Carole P. Spaeth (compiler)
• In modular book: Implement a literacy program, by Carole P. Spaeth (compiler) and Leah B. Walter (compiler)
• In bookshelf: Literacy

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