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Developing a training needs analysis TNA and learning objectives LOs
Developing a training needs analysis TNA and learning objectives LOs
Select a training topic, and develop a training needs analysis and learning objectives as part of your initial training and development program design.
Introduction
For this assessment, you will create the initial design of your training and development program for an organization of your choice, including the selection of a training topic, developing a working needs analysis, and identifying learning objectives.
Note: The assessments in this course build upon each other to form a training and development program, so you are strongly encouraged to complete them in sequence.
What trainees take away from a training and development program depends on three critical components:
- The trainee\’s characteristics: how they learn, what they already know, and their motivation to learn the material being presented.
- The training design: the program itself.
- The work environment.
Since workplace training deals with adults, being well versed on how adults learn is key. There are many theories on adult learning, and they come from a variety of sources including psychology, education, and sociology. Another focus in your program design should be on learning styles. We learn in different ways—some of us listen and some take notes for example—and trainees will learn best when they know the objectives of the program. The outcomes of learning are wide-ranging, including verbal, intellectual, and motor skills, as well as cognitive strategies. To transfer what is learned in the training environment to the job environment, the training needs to be authentic—as real and identical to life and as meaningful (useful) to the trainee as possible.
Preparation
In preparation for this assessment, you are to select an organization to use as the one receiving a new training and development program. (Note: The organization can be real or fictitious.) Consider the needs of the organization to select a training topic, or you may use the Capella library to research training topics.
Requirements
For this assessment complete the following:
- Create a training scenario for your training topic. Consider the following for your scenario:
- Describe the training topic in general terms (such as improving communications or safety awareness).
- Why is this training needed?
- Assess the strategic impact of the training topic on the organization. (Think in terms of the long term impact of the training program.)
- Develop a training needs analysis (TNA) for your topic. (Note: For the purposes of this assessment, you are not expected to actually conduct the TNA. Instead, research your topic using the Capella Library, the Internet, or in meeting with subject matter experts (SMEs) to determine what you want trainees to learn and create the information as if it is based on a TNA.) Consider the following in your analysis:
- Identify what the trainees know or what they can do before the training.
- Identify what the trainees should know or be able to do after they have completed the training and development program.
- Summarize the results of your research or provide a set of the questions you would ask SMEs if you were to meet with them.
- Develop 3–5 specific training objectives for your training topic. (Hint: Using Bloom\’s Taxonomy, create your objectives based on what you have determined the trainees should know, or be able to do, after attending the training program.)
- How would a distance learning module enhance a trainee\’s learning experience?
Additional Requirements
- Written communication: Written communication is in a professional style with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
- APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style.
- Headings: Incorporate level headings according to current APA style.
- Length: A typical response should be 6–8 typed, double-spaced pages.
- Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
- References: Use at least two references.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
- Competency 1: Assess an organization\’s strategic plan for training.
- Assess the strategic impact of the training topic on an organization.
- Competency 2: Demonstrate effective training program design, development, and implementation.
- Develop a training needs analysis for the topic.
- Develop learning objectives for the training and development program.
- Competency 4: Assess the impact of technology on an organization\’s training strategy.
- Assess how a distance learning module enhances a trainee\’s learning experience.
Developing a training plan with a lesson plan
Develop a training plan that includes a lesson plan in the form of an outline and a timeline.
Introduction
For this assessment, you will develop a training plan for your program, including a lesson plan outlining your selection of appropriate training methods for your learning objectives.
Note: The assessments in this course build upon each other, so you are strongly encouraged to complete them in sequence.
There are a number of effective, traditional methods used in training, including lectures, discussions, and audio-visual materials. Training methods have progressed rapidly in recent years as new generations of workers have entered the workforce, and newer training methods have evolved with the increased use of computers and the Internet.
To develop an effective training plan lesson, you should include:
- A timeline for your training and development program.
- Learning objectives.
- Training methods.
- Training activities.
- Practice and feedback.
Preparation
Use the Effective Training textbook, the Internet, the Library, or the Lesson Plan Template [DOC] to research training lesson plans and to select a format for this assessment.
Requirements
For this assessment complete the following:
- Identify each training activity and link the activity to the learning objectives used in the training and development program.
- Describe how practice and feedback are incorporated into the lesson plan to measure the transfer of learning.
- In addition to the lesson plan, write a rationale, including the following:
- Analyze the pros and cons for trainers and trainees of each training method used in the program.
Additional Requirements
- Written communication: Written communication is in a professional style with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
- APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style.
- Headings: Incorporate level headings according to current APA style.
- Length: A typical response will be 5–7 typed, double-spaced pages.
- Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
- References: Use at least two references.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
- Competency 2: Demonstrate effective training program design, development, and implementation.
- Identify each training activity linked to the learning objectives used in the training and development program.
- Analyze the pros and cons for trainers and trainees of the training methods used in the program.
- Competency 3: Demonstrate effective training program measurement and evaluation.
- Describe how practice and feedback are incorporated into the lesson plan to measure the transfer of learning
Developing a Training Evaluation Plan
Developing a Training Evaluation Plan
Develop an evaluation plan to determine if each learning objective has been met in your training and development program.
Introduction
For this assessment, you will develop an evaluation plan for your training and development program.
Note: The assessments in this course build upon each other, so you are strongly encouraged to complete them in sequence.
The basic framework for training evaluation is built from Kirkpatrick\’s four levels of evaluation: reaction, learning, behaviors, and results. This assessment supports the collection methods and analysis of evaluation data for your training and development program.
Preparation
Use the Effective Training textbook, the Internet, or the Capella Library to research Kirkpatrick\’s evaluation levels.
Requirements
For this assessment, complete the following:
- Develop two or more Kirkpatrick evaluation levels for your training and development program.
- Explain how each evaluation level will be measured. (Hint: Will you use a sample questionnaire, an observer checklist, or a test?)
- Analyze the methodology you would use in the evaluation process. (Hint: Would you use a pre- and post-training evaluation, a post-training evaluation, or a control group that does not receive the training but serves as a comparison group for evaluation?)
- Justify the evaluation plan used for your training and development program.
Additional Requirements
- Written communication: Written communication is in a professional style with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
- APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style.
- Headings: Incorporate level headings according to current APA style.
- Length: A typical response should be 3–5 typed double-spaced pages.
- Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
- References: Use at least two references.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
- Competency 2: Demonstrate effective training program design, development, and implementation.
- Analyze the methodology used in the evaluation process.
- Competency 3: Demonstrate effective training program measurement and evaluation.
- Explain how evaluation levels will be measured.
- Justify the evaluation plan used for the training and development program.