Articles of Interest

TOPIC: Learning Measurement in Corporate Organizations

> It's Time for Measurement Strategy
We know the purpose of learning is to produce positive results, and we know the purpose of measurement is to make better, more accurate decisions. So, if you could make informed decisions about producing positive results from learning, why would you continue to put that off?
By Chris Moore
CLO Magazine

> Are Training Departments Scared to Evaluate?
Companies spend an average of $1,202 per employee on training, according to a 2009 report by training analysis firm Bersin & Associates. But even in today's tough economy, many companies are still handing out smile sheets to evaluate the value of this investment.
TrainingMag.com

> Emerging Issues in Measurement
In today’s volatile economy, the learning and development function has experienced its share of transformational change. Measurement in this area is no exception. Organizations are in need of a way to validate a formal measurement process. To achieve this, they must focus on three core areas.
By Jeffrey Berk
CLO Magazine

> Why Measure e-Learning? Simple: Because Training is a Large Investment...
In today's results-oriented business climate, it's more important than ever for trainers to demonstrate learning's value and return-on-investment to management. This means e-Learning programs and initiatives must be created to clearly link with overarching business objectives.
By Josh Bersin
ASTD Learning Circuits