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What are formative assessments, and how to use them.

While this video focuses on assessment and evaluation in a class, the concept is easily carried over to the workplace. Great video which puts these concepts into easy to understand language.

"Level 1 of the Kirkpatrick training evaluation model attempts to establish whether the conditions were right for learning to take place. This involves capturing participants' reactions to the training programme, including reactions to its relevance, training methods, trainers, qualification and assessment methods, facilities and administration etc."

Tips for conducting a focus group.

The Association of Psychological Science commissioned a review of the evidence for the benefits of using learning styles, and the report is clear. We conclude therefore, that at present, there is no adequate evidence base to justify incorporating learning-styles assessments into general educational practice.