Evaluating the Effectiveness of Promotion Linked Training (PLT) at DSD
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2014
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University of Management and Technology
Abstract
The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the promotion linked training (PLT) which aims at the professional development of the primary and secondary teachers in Punjab, Pakistan, conducted by the training institute known as Directorate of Staff Development (DSD). In this regard, the Kirkpatrick's model of training evaluation has been used and the training effectiveness has been determined. Moreover, the importance of the quality of teachers was discussed in the light of past research studies along with its relation with the professional development. Afterwards, the concept of professional development and its significance was discussed. The need of training for their professional growth was also discussed in the light of past research studies. Current research study employs a mix method approach as a research methodology which is the combination of both quantitative and qualitative data. In this regard, three data collection instruments were used i.e. questionnaire survey, semi-structured interviews and class room observations. The research site in this research study was DSD training center. The data was analyzed using the SPSS software and tests like Pearson correlation, regression and ANOVA were performed. The research findings indicated that, the promotion linked training conducted at DSD is effective in terms of enhancing the professional skills, performance and learning of the trainees.
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Supervised by: Dr. Farhat Munir
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Directorate of staff development, Promotion linked training, MS Thesis