Order Instructions
Write a 3-4 page paper describing Kirkpatrick’s four levels of evaluation and describing an application of levels 3 and 4.
Introduction
In this assessment you will investigate Kirkpatrick’s four levels of evaluation:
Level 1: Reaction.
Level 2: Learning.
Level 3: Behavior.
Level 4: Results.
You will describe what each level is, their importance, and the methods used to perform them. Then, you will focus on the application of levels 3 and 4 in a training scenario of your choice.
Instructions
Part 1
For each of the four levels of training evaluation:
Describe the purpose of that level of training evaluation.
Describe the importance of that level of training evaluation.
Describe the methods used to perform that level of training evaluation.
Part 2
Identify a training course topic that would potentially use levels 3 and 4 evaluation in the training evaluation process.
Describe the topic and what the business would learn from levels 3 and 4 evaluation.
Describe why this information would be important for the organization to know.
Assessment Requirements
Written communication: Write in a professional style with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Resources: Include at least 1 peer-reviewed resource that is not from ATD or SHRM.
APA formatting: Use current APA style and formatting to present your references and citations.
Length of paper: 3–4 typed, double-spaced pages.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12-point.
Note: Your instructor may also use the Writing Feedback Tool to provide feedback on your writing. In the tool, click the linked resources for helpful writing information.
Writing Center Resources
The following resources may be helpful as you complete your assessment.
Academic Writer.
Evidence and APA.
Writing Feedback Tool.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
Competency 1: Assess an organization’s strategic plan for training.
Describe a training topic and what the business would learn from levels 3 and 4 evaluation including why this information would be important for the organization to know.
Competency 3: Demonstrate effective training program measurement and evaluation.
Describe the purpose of each level of training evaluation.
Describe the importance of each level of training evaluation.
Describe the methods used to perform each of the levels of training evaluation.
Competency 6: Communicate effectively using professional standards embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Support ideas with relevant evidence using APA formatting rules and APA writing style when appropriate with few or minor errors.
Use correct grammar, punctuation, and mechanics as expected of an undergraduate learner.