Glossary T
Talent management
The process of identifying, developing, and retaining talented employees.
Talent Management Program
Systematic approach to identifying, developing, and retaining top talent within an organization.
Talent retention
Strategies to retain high-performing employees within an organization.
Tangible benefits
The measurable benefits of achieving professional development goals.
Targets
Specific goals or objectives to be achieved in professional development.
Task proficiency
The ability to perform a specific task or set of tasks effectively.
Teacher effectiveness
The overall effectiveness of a teacher in their role as an educator.
Teaching effectiveness
The ability of a teacher to positively impact student learning and achievement.
Teaching strategies
Techniques used by educators to facilitate learning and engagement in the classroom.
Team building activities
Exercises designed to improve communication, trust, and cooperation among team members.
Team dynamics
The interactions and relationships between team members that affect team performance.
Team feedback
The process of providing feedback to team members to improve their performance and collaboration.
Team member perspective
The viewpoint of colleagues and coworkers on an individual’s professional development.
Team performance measurement
The process of evaluating the effectiveness of a team in achieving its goals.
Teamwork
Collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal or objective.
Technical competence evaluation
The assessment of technical skills and knowledge necessary for achieving professional development goals.
Technology infrastructure
The necessary technology and infrastructure needed to support the evaluation process.
Testing effect
The phenomenon where testing improves long-term retention of information.
Thematic analysis
A qualitative research method used to identify patterns and themes in data.
Thinking and reasoning abilities
The cognitive skills required for effective professional development.
Threats to internal validity
Factors that may affect the accuracy and reliability of training evaluation results within a specific study.
Threats to validity
Factors that may affect the accuracy and reliability of training evaluation results.
Time-bound
Goals that have a specific deadline for achievement.
Time efficiency
The ability to achieve goals within a reasonable timeframe and with minimal waste of time.
Timeframe for evaluation
The specific timeframe for evaluating progress towards professional development goals.
Time horizon selection
The process of selecting an appropriate timeframe for achieving professional development goals.
Time-lapse appraisal
A method of evaluating progress over time by comparing current performance to past performance.
Timeline for implementation
The specific timeframe for achieving professional development goals.
Timeliness
The extent to which professional development goals are achieved within a specified timeframe.
Timeliness and responsiveness considerations
The importance of timely and responsive action towards achieving goals.
Timely reporting of findings and recommendations
The prompt communication of evaluation results and recommendations to stakeholders.
Time management
The process of effectively managing time to achieve professional development goals.
Time management strategies
Techniques for effectively managing time to achieve professional development goals.
Time to competency
The time required to achieve a desired level of competency.
Total cost of ownership (TCO)
The total cost of owning and operating a product or service over its entire lifecycle.
Tracking progress
The process of monitoring and measuring progress towards professional development goals.
Traditional methods
Conventional approaches to professional development.
Training and development needs
The specific skills and knowledge needed to achieve professional development goals.
Training and development opportunities
Programs and activities designed to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
Training and development opportunities to enhance skills necessary for goal attainment
Opportunities for individuals to develop skills necessary for achieving their professional development goals.
Training and development programs
Programs designed to enhance the skills necessary for achieving professional development goals.
Training and development programs for evaluators
Programs designed to enhance the skills of those responsible for evaluating progress towards goals.
Training assessment
The process of evaluating the effectiveness of training programs.
Training budget allocation
The process of allocating resources to training programs based on their importance and expected impact.
Training completion rate
The percentage of trainees who complete a training program.
Training delivery methods
The various ways in which training can be delivered, such as classroom instruction, e-learning, or on-the-job training.
Training design and delivery
The process of designing and delivering effective training programs.
Training effectiveness
The extent to which training programs achieve their objectives.
Training effectiveness index (TEI)
A metric used to measure the effectiveness of training programs.
Training effectiveness longevity
The duration of the effectiveness of training programs.
Training effectiveness measurement
The process of measuring the impact of training on employee performance and organizational outcomes.
Training effectiveness metrics
Measurements of the success of training programs in achieving desired outcomes.
Training efficiency
The extent to which training programs achieve their objectives in a cost-effective manner.
Training evaluation
The process of assessing the effectiveness of training programs.
Training evaluation methods
Techniques used to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
Training evaluation metrics
Quantitative measures used to assess the effectiveness of training programs.
Training evaluation models
Frameworks used to assess the effectiveness of training programs.
Training feedback
Feedback provided by trainees on the effectiveness and relevance of training programs.
Training focus
The specific areas of knowledge, skills, and behaviors that a training program is designed to address.
Training impact
The degree to which a training program has a positive effect on learners and the organization as a whole.
Training impact analysis
Evaluation of the effectiveness of training programs on job performance and outcomes.
Training impact assessment
The process of evaluating the effectiveness of training programs in achieving their intended outcomes.
Training intensity choice
The level of intensity or rigor of a training program, based on the needs and abilities of learners.
Training measurement
The process of assessing the effectiveness and impact of a training program.
Training methods
The specific techniques and activities used to deliver training content and facilitate learning.
Training needs analysis (TNA)
The process of identifying the skills and knowledge required for employees to perform their job effectively.
Training needs assessment
The process of gathering data to determine the specific training needs of learners.
Training needs identification
The process of identifying the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that learners need to acquire in order to achieve organizational goals.
Training objectives
The specific goals and outcomes that a training program is designed to achieve.
Training outcomes
The specific knowledge, skills, and behaviors that learners are expected to acquire as a result of a training program.
Training program design
The process of creating a training program that meets the needs of learners and achieves the desired learning outcomes.
Training program effectiveness
The degree to which a training program achieves its intended learning outcomes.
Training program evaluation
The process of assessing the effectiveness and impact of a training program.
Training programs
Formal instruction designed to improve skills and knowledge in a specific area.
Training requirements
The necessary training and development programs needed to achieve professional development goals.
Training retention
The ability of learners to retain and apply knowledge and skills learned in training over time.
Training ROI Calculation
The calculation of the return on investment for training and development programs.
Training ROI (Return on Investment)
The financial benefits gained from a training program compared to the cost of the program.
Training Standards Evaluation
Assessment of the effectiveness and quality of training programs.
Training strategies
The methods and techniques used to deliver training content and facilitate learning.
Training transfer
The degree to which knowledge and skills learned in training are applied on the job.
Transfer of learning
The ability to apply knowledge and skills learned in one context to another context.
Transfer of training
The extent to which skills and knowledge learned in training are applied to the job.
Transparency
The openness and honesty in all aspects of the evaluation process.
Transparency and accountability requirements
The need for clear communication and responsibility for achieving goals.
Transparency in reporting findings
The openness and honesty in reporting evaluation results to stakeholders.
Treatment group
The group of participants in a study that receives the intervention or treatment being tested.
Trends and patterns
Patterns and trends in data that can provide insight into progress towards goals.
Triangulation
The use of multiple methods or sources to confirm or validate research findings.
Trustworthiness
The quality of being reliable and dependable in professional relationships.
T-test
A statistical test used to determine if there is a significant difference between two groups.