Kirkpatrick model

Forms of training and ways to learn seem ever-changing. Trends and fads come and go, but the industry standard in training evaluation remains. Learn how the Kirkpatrick Model remains effective, no matter…

Not long ago, Wendy Kirkpatrick asked if training professionals could answer this one simple question about their most important programs. Some could. For others, it was a struggle. Wendy is back with tips…

Mission success is critical for most organizations, but for some, like NASA, successful missions are a matter of life and death.  Jim Kirkpatrick’s co-authored article featured in the May issue of TD Magazine, shares valuable lessons other companies…

L&D professionals must utilize effective training evaluation in order to gauge the success of their initiatives. Are you unsure where to start? Listen to this Kirkpatrick audio clip. Don Kirkpatrick provides…

The Kirkpatricks receive many questions about training evaluation, and how to use the Kirkpatrick Model for maximum organizational benefit. Often, concerns distill down to two distinct yet common questions. Both are particularly…

Training Magazine (China) featured the Kirkpatrick Model as part of its keynote presentation in Beijing last month. The room was packed with enthusiastic training expo participants. Click here to see all photos.

Is there a lack of connection between your training and actual performance outcomes / key organizational results?If so, you may find yourself in a precarious position when budgets get cut…

L&D Manager Cyndee Gorkowski won last year’s ATD Valley of the Sun Don Kirkpatrick Scholarship, which entitled her to a complimentary seat in a Kirkpatrick Four Levels® Evaluation Certification Program – Bronze Level. This…

At the ATD 2017 International Conference & Exposition, Wendy and Jim noticed some buzz around new, trendy topics. However, just because everyone is talking about a hot new method doesn’t mean it’s…

Looking for a case study or two on how to successfully implement the Kirkpatrick Model? We’ve created a Case Studies Guide to help people locate the perfect case study for their situation.…

To say that my Dad, Don Kirkpatrick, was an optimist is a colossal understatement. His team was always going to come around in the end to win. It would always stop…

How do you advance and transform your career? Take this quiz to see if you are making colossal training strategy mistakes that could threaten your career. Once you finish the quiz,…

I always look forward to Veteran’s Day, as it is a time for me to honor my dad and others who have served and continue to protect our constitution and our lives. …

On October 12, Jim and Wendy Kirkpatrick conducted a webinar with Training Magazine Network called, “Getting Kirkpatrick Evaluation Right – Case Examples and Tips from Practitioners.“ Participants were able to pick up practical tips…

Did you miss ATD’s Core 4 Conference last week? Don’t worry; we have recapped the key points here. The energy prior to my session was tremendous. A packed room eagerly…

On July 14, in cooperation with Training Magazine Network, the Kirkpatricks presented their newest webinar, More Fatal Kirkpatrick® Model Execution Errors – Practical Tips for Identifying and Correcting Them. This webinar follows…

The Don Kirkpatrick Scholarship is an annual scholarship program that was established by the Valley of the Sun Chapter of the Association for Talent Development in 2012, in conjunction with Kirkpatrick Partners.…

On March 23, in cooperation with Training Magazine Network, the Kirkpatricks presented their newest webinar, “Fatal Kirkpatrick® Model Execution Errors – Practical Tips for Identifying and Correcting Them.” The Kirkpatrick Model is the most-used…

As many of you know, I’m always thinking about how real world things relate to training and training evaluation. Wendy and I recently took a trip to Turks and Caicos,…

Just because the Kirkpatrick Model is the most-used training evaluation model in the world does not mean that it is always implemented correctly. Are you making fatal execution errors without…

Join Jim and Wendy Kirkpatrick for a brand new, free webinar this spring: Fatal Kirkpatrick® Model Execution Errors – Practical Tipsfor Identifying and Correcting Them Wednesday, March 23, 2016 10 am…

My recent quest for simplicity and conservation in my personal life turned my thoughts toward how we can achieve more with less in our business, as well. When trying to…

Learning and evaluation is not unlike a critical U.S. Air Force reconnaissance mission. Imagine if the pilots sitting in their cockpits took off only to find that the mission commander…

We previously shared a case example of step-by-step Kirkpatrick Model application, co-written by our Kirkpatrick Certified Facilitators in New Zealand, David Dewhurst and Mark Harris. Click here to read the case example. Now you can…