M1: Targeted Needs Assessment

Targeted Needs Assessment

Involves additional collection of data on targeted learners within a larger group. This type of needs assessment is highly learner-focused. Drag the pieces of information that should be included in a targeted needs assessment into the box, then check the solution.

Previous training & experience

Information to Include

Institutional budget constraints

Existing proficiences (knowledge, skills, etc.)

Faculty teaching method preferenes

Perceived deficiences and learning needs

Preferences on how to receive information

Learning management system limitations

Already planned future trainings

Administrative scheduling issues

Current performance/behaviors

Marketing/recruiting considerations

Solution

Information to Include

Institutional budget constraints

Previous training & experience

Faculty teaching method preferenes

Already planned future trainings

Existing proficiences (knowledge, skills, etc.)

Learning management system limitations

Current performance/behaviors

Perceived deficiences and learning needs

Administrative scheduling issues

Preferences on how to receive information

Marketing/recruiting considerations

This information should be included when considering the needs of your targeted learner group.

This information is not specifically targeted to learner needs. While important and potentially impactful, the target needs assessment focuses on the targeted learners