Glossary K

Glossary K

Key Performance Indicators

Specific metrics used to measure progress towards achieving desired outcomes.

  • Benchmarks vs Targets in Training (Setting Standards)
  • Key performance indicators (KPIs)

    Metrics used to evaluate the success of an organization or specific project.

  • Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Evaluation Metrics (Capturing Value)
  • Baseline vs Follow-up Evaluation (Measurement Timing)
  • Benchmarks vs Targets in Training (Setting Standards)
  • Qualitative vs Quantitative Objectives (Setting Outcomes)
  • Individual vs Group Evaluation (Assessing Performance)
  • Training Effectiveness vs Efficiency (Understanding Impact)
  • Formative vs Summative Evaluation (Distinguishing Training Outcomes)
  • Learning Outcomes: Expected vs Achieved (Comparing Results)
  • In-house vs External Evaluation (Choosing Evaluators)
  • Kirkpatrick model

    See Kirkpatrick’s model.

  • Reaction vs Learning Evaluation (Levels of Assessment)
  • Kirkpatrick’s model

    A framework for evaluating the effectiveness of learning and development programs based on four levels of evaluation: reaction, learning, behavior, and results.

  • Performance Metrics vs Learning Metrics (Measurement in Training)
  • Knowledge acquisition

    The process of acquiring new knowledge and skills through learning and development activities.

  • Behavioral vs Cognitive Objectives (Training Focus)
  • Knowledge vs Skill Training Objectives (Setting Goals)
  • Formative vs Summative Evaluation (Distinguishing Training Outcomes)
  • Training Transfer vs Training Retention (Achieving Outcomes)
  • Knowledge Acquisition Check

    A process for evaluating an individual’s ability to acquire new knowledge and skills.

  • Pre-training vs Post-training Assessments (Timing Importance)
  • Knowledge application

    The ability to apply knowledge and skills to real-world situations and achieve desired outcomes.

  • Pre-training vs Post-training Assessments (Timing Importance)
  • Training Transfer vs Training Retention (Achieving Outcomes)
  • Knowledge enhancement

    The process of improving and expanding an individual’s knowledge and skills through learning and development activities.

  • Training ROI vs ROE (Financial vs Educational)
  • Knowledge implementation continuity

    The process of ensuring that knowledge is effectively implemented and applied over time to achieve desired outcomes.

  • Training Transfer vs Training Retention (Achieving Outcomes)
  • Knowledge management

    The process of identifying, capturing, and sharing knowledge within an organization to improve performance and achieve strategic goals.

  • Training ROI vs ROE (Financial vs Educational)
  • Knowledge management systems

    Tools and processes designed to capture, store, and share knowledge within an organization.

  • Training Transfer vs Training Retention (Achieving Outcomes)
  • Formal vs Informal Training Evaluation (Choosing Approach)
  • Knowledge retention

    The ability to retain and apply knowledge over time.

  • Training Effectiveness vs Efficiency (Understanding Impact)
  • Performance Metrics vs Learning Metrics (Measurement in Training)
  • Pre-training vs Post-training Assessments (Timing Importance)
  • Formative vs Summative Evaluation (Distinguishing Training Outcomes)
  • Reaction vs Learning Evaluation (Levels of Assessment)
  • Training ROI vs ROE (Financial vs Educational)
  • Training Transfer vs Training Retention (Achieving Outcomes)
  • Knowledge sharing platforms

    Online tools and platforms designed to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and information among individuals and groups.

  • Training Transfer vs Training Retention (Achieving Outcomes)
  • Knowledge tests

    Assessments designed to measure an individual’s knowledge and understanding of a particular subject or topic.

  • Performance Metrics vs Learning Metrics (Measurement in Training)
  • Knowledge transfer

    The process of sharing knowledge and skills from one individual or group to another.

  • Training ROI vs ROE (Financial vs Educational)
  • Training Needs: Current vs Future (Strategic Evaluation)
  • Knowledge Transfer Plan

    A plan for transferring knowledge and skills from one individual or group to another.

  • Training Needs: Current vs Future (Strategic Evaluation)