Evaluation of Learning,Performance,and Productivity

Abstract

This presentation informally explores some of the requirements for understanding evaluation goals and techniques in designing learning systems. It attempts to further clarify what is meant by the term or title of “applied learning technologist.” The theme is approached in layman's terms, concentrating on the need for validating both the “learning” requirements and the corresponding “learning system” design. Suggested contents of a curricula for an “applied learning technologist” certificate program are discussed. The results of a survey questionnaire distributed at the presentation are summarized at the end of the paper (see Appendix).