Your First Post:
Apply the Kirkpatrick Four-Level Evaluation model and evaluate a course you have taken from Trident or from another university (university, course name, and number are optional). Select a course you have not previously focused on in this class. Prepare a list of questions to ask related to learner reaction to the course, the learning that took place, changes to learner behavior as a result of taking the course, and the results of taking the course to the organization (now or in the future). Attach your list of questions to your first post. Then share your own responses to your questions (answering them as a learner) in your first post.
Your Subsequent Posts:
Read through the questions/responses of your peers and post your thoughts to at least two classmates’ posts. Bring in ideas/comments and/or research/readings not mentioned yet.
Remember: To receive full credit in this forum, you need to post a minimum of three quality posts (your own initial post, and responses to two classmates). If you borrow from subject matter experts (authors, speakers, etc.), be sure to give them credit by citing sources.
Discussion Requirements
In your own words, answer this module's discussion questions in a main post, and respond to at least two classmates’ posts. Your responses should go beyond surface-level comments and demonstrate thoughtful engagement with your peers' ideas.
Minimum Required Word Counts:
Undergraduate | Masters | Doctoral | Video DBs | |
Initial Post Word Count | 200 words | 250 words | 300 words | 3- to 5-minute video |
Response Post Word Count | 100 words | 150 words | 200 words | Per Degree-Level Expectations |
Assignment Details
- Main Post: Respond fully to the discussion question. Be sure to communicate your thoughts clearly and connect your ideas to course concepts or personal experiences where applicable.
- Responses to Classmates: Respond to at least two classmates. Each response should be detailed and contribute meaningfully to the conversation. Avoid brief replies like “I agree” or “Nice post.”
- Use of Learning Resources: At least one of your posts (either the main post or a response) should reference course learning resources and/or peer-reviewed scholarly sources.
- Posting on Multiple Days: Your posts must be made on at least two different days of the module to encourage ongoing participation.
- Main Post Due no later than the First Saturday of the module by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
- Response Posts Due: no later than end of module by 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
Point deductions will be applied to late assignment submissions per the Late Deductions for Assignments policy, published in the Trident Catalog.
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