I’m convinced that for training to be valued in an organization, participants must have “skin in the game.” What does that mean exactly? Here are my thoughts…..
Requirement – The knowledge learned in the training must be a requirement. So….no more training without testing for real learning. Participants must show that they have learned what the training offers. It’s part of the job, like any other objective that must be attained.
Effort – Training isn’t a “brain dump” of knowledge or skill. Participants must put in effort to attain the learning. Pre-work must be completed before participants get the privilege of attending class. (And, trainers, the pre-work must be relevant and valuable. No exercises in futility.)
Demonstration – Evaluation of actual demonstration of the skill or knowledge learned must be built into the training design. (Think Kirkpatrick’s Level 3 Evaluation.) Participants are expected to actually do what we have taught them. No excuses. How do you create “skin in the game?” Let us know your thoughts.
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