This document discusses evaluation of programs and training. It outlines two types of evaluation: concurrent evaluation which is done during the program, and ex post-facto evaluation which is done after completion. The importance of evaluation is also discussed, noting that it helps clarify objectives, improve future planning, reveal program effectiveness, identify strengths and weaknesses, establish benchmarks, provide objective evidence, and serve as a basis for future improvements.

1. Evaluation
Rajinder Kaur Kalra
Professor and Head (Retired)
PAU Ludhiana 9814067709

2. Evaluation: the extent to which the
programme objectives has been achieved
successfully and provide basis for continuous
improvement

3. Types of evaluation
1. Concurrent evaluation
2. Ex post- facto evaluation

4. Importance of Evaluation
• Help in stating the programme objectives clearly
• Facilitates realistic planning of the future programmes
• Reveals the effectiveness of the programme
• Indicates strengths and weaknesses of the programme
• Establishes “bench mark”
• Provides objectives evidence and reliable information
• Aids in getting familiar with the with the process and steps
in programme evaluation
• Provide useful information to serve as the basis for future
improvements of the training programmes