What is measured at the 'learning' level of the Kirkpatrick Model?

In the Kirkpatrick Model, the 'learning' level specifically focuses on assessing the increase in knowledge or skills that participants gain as a result of the training. This level determines how well the training program has facilitated new understanding or capabilities in the learners. By measuring learning, organizations can evaluate whether the training objectives were met and if the content of the training was effectively transmitted to participants.

This assessment often involves pre-tests and post-tests, quizzes, or practical assessments to quantitatively measure the knowledge or skills acquired during the training. This critical feedback helps instructors and organizations understand the effectiveness of the training materials and approaches, and identify areas that might need improvement for future training initiatives.

The other aspects, while important, fall under different levels of the Kirkpatrick Model, such as the transfer of skills to the workplace, cost-effectiveness, and participant satisfaction, which relate to how training impacts performance and the overall value of the training program.