At the end of this unit, you should be able to:
Explain the role of the different bases for evaluating trainee performance;
Demonstrate the procedures in drafting a performance evaluation tools;
Discuss the importance of evaluating the program; and
Enumerate the tools for evaluating the WB training program.
Evaluating the performance of the trainees and the program should be done to have a complete overview of how the training went. It will also provide you with information that you can use in determining the effectiveness of the training program.
Meanwhile, assessing the program will help you identify the areas to be improved with regards the delivery of the program and your partnership with the enterprise.
Evaluating the performance of trainees includes measuring their progress and providing performance feedback. Evaluation should be regularly done during and at the completion of the training program. This can be done by reviewing the following:
Trainee’s Progress Sheet accomplished by the training supervisor and monitored by the trainer or by the industry coordinator of the training institution
Trainee’s Record Book monitored by the training supervisor
OJT Journal accomplished by the trainees
Performance evaluation sheet
Trainee assessment results
As a trainer, it is important that you know the basics of crafting an effective evaluation tool. This is to ensure that you will get the results you need from the assessment.
The following items should be included in your the performance evaluation tool:
Training details (name of trainee and trainer, duration of the training and the enterprise or industry)
Direction or rating mechanics
Criteria (competencies to be obtained)
General evaluation
Observation from the on-site supervisor (strengths and weaknesses of the trainee)
Tips for Preparing a Performance Evaluation Tool
The following are important tips to be observed when creating an evaluation tool:
Arrange items logically.
State the mechanics clearly and briefly.
Place items that require shorter answers at the beginning.
Group items according to their response format (rating and short answers)
Use section titles to help the respondents identify the area of focus.
Program evaluation can be done during and after its implementation. This should involve every concerned personnel and key players to make sure that the results are holistic and as accurate as possible.
This lesson will present the importance of evaluating the program and the common measures you can apply when evaluating the training program.
The main goal of program evaluation is to seek program improvement. Program evaluation is integral to the improvement of your institution, program methods and your relationship with your industry partner because:
It identifies if the program is planned according to its objectives.
It determines if the enterprise is performing its duties and responsibilities as stated in the memorandum of agreement.
It indicates if the personnel involved were able to execute their responsibilities in providing a quality program and in maintaining an effective TVI to enterprise partnership.
A work-based training program may be evaluated by means of any or all of the following measures:
Reviewing the work-based learning plan to identify the parts that were changed during the implementation and the reasons why they were changed.
Evaluating the progress of the performance of trainees to identify the weak and the strong points of the training program.
Gathering the feedback of trainees and mentors.