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Results-Based Monitoring and Evaluation at the Commonwealth of Learning: A Handbook
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Farrell, Glen M. – Commonwealth of Learning, 2009
Results-based management (RBM) is an approach to programme planning and management that integrates strategy, people, resources, processes and measurements to improve decision-making, transparency and accountability. The Commonwealth of Learning (COL) began the adoption of a RBM model with its 2003-2006 Three-Year Plan. This led to a significantly…
Descriptors: Models, Partnerships in Education, Strategic Planning, Guides
The Long and Winding Path (from Instructional Design to Performance Technology): Installment VII--Where We Wrap It All up with Suggestions about How You Might Move from Basic Human Performance Technology (HPT) to More Advanced Forms of HPT or Other Performance Interventions.
Carr, Clay; Totzke, Larry – Performance and Instruction, 1995
Discusses how those who learn basic human performance technology (HPT) skills can expand expertise in three directions: extended HPT (including generalist, project manager/integrator, and implementation specialist); specialized HPT; and HPT linked to related fields. Presents examples of applications of each alternative. (JKP)
Descriptors: Human Factors Engineering, Improvement Programs, Instructional Design, Organizational Development
Improving Professional Judgment and Performance Training for Open Job Skills.
Yelon, Stephen; Desmedt, John – Performance and Instruction, 1988
This discussion of how to design a training program to teach professional judgment and performance focuses on a model for training police officers. Open job skills are explained, appropriate choices and actions are described, and the components and objectives of open job skill instruction are presented. (LRW)
Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Decision Making Skills, Evaluative Thinking, Improvement Programs
Why School Boards Should Have Consultant Development Programs.
Padfield, Clive A. F. – Education Canada, 1981
Outlines six basic competencies school boards should consider when selecting consultants to assist teachers in upgrading instructional techniques and content. Discusses requirements for school board-sponsored consultant training and development programs. (NEC)
Descriptors: Board of Education Policy, Change Agents, Consultants, Consultation Programs
Q-Sort As a Needs Assessment Technique. Technical Note No. 21.
Tate, Sean – 1982
A technical note based on the Indonesian Nonformal Education Project discusses use of Q-sort, originally a research technique for studying small groups or individuals, as a needs assessment method. The background of Q-sort, designed to take subjective factors into account, is covered, and its use in needs assessment described: cards, each of which…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Educational Assessment, Educational Objectives, Evaluation Methods
A Needs Assesment Model for Conducting Follow-Up Studies of Teacher Education and Training.
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Borich, Gary D. – 1979
This article presents a methodological model that can be employed to conduct follow-up studies of preservice and inservice teacher training programs. The model first defines a training need by identifying "what should be" and "what is" in the knowledge, performance, and consequence (reaction to behavior) competencies of…
Descriptors: Competency Based Teacher Education, Evaluation Methods, Followup Studies, Higher Education
Improving On-the-Job Training: How To Establish and Operate a Comprehensive OJT Program. Jossey-Bass Management Series.
Rothwell, William J.; Kazanas, H. C. – 1994
This book, which is designed to be used either as a tool for improving one-on-one on-the-job training (OJT) conducted by supervisors or as a reference guide for performance specialists and instructional designers, explains how to establish and operate a comprehensive OJT program. The following topics are covered in the book's 11 chapters: reaping…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Check Lists, Classroom Techniques, Educational Benefits
Structured On-the-Job Training: Unleashing Employee Experience in the Workplace. Second Edition.
Jacobs, Ronald L. – 2003
This book presents detailed guidelines for conducting structured on-the-job training (S-OJT), which is training based on the premise that OJT can be structured and planned so as to produce more predictable and reliable training outcomes. Together, the book's 15 chapters systematically examine the topics of meeting the demand for employee…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Change Strategies, Definitions, Delivery Systems