Question 1

What is a training effectiveness survey?

Accepted Answer

A training effectiveness survey evaluates corporate or professional training against the Kirkpatrick 4-level model — Reaction (satisfaction), Learning (knowledge gained), Behavior (application on the job), and Results (business outcomes). It's the defensible standard for justifying L&D spend.

Question 2

What is the Kirkpatrick model?

Accepted Answer

Developed by Donald Kirkpatrick in 1959, it's the most widely used framework for evaluating training. Four levels: (1) Reaction — did learners like it? (2) Learning — what knowledge did they gain? (3) Behavior — are they applying it? (4) Results — did it drive business outcomes? Level 1+2 are captured in a single post-training survey.

Question 3

Does this survey cover all four levels?

Accepted Answer

Levels 1, 2, and 3-intent in a single survey. Level 3 actual behavior and Level 4 results require follow-up surveys 30/60/90 days later plus business KPI data (sales numbers, error rates, productivity). Our template chains the 30/60/90 follow-ups automatically.

Question 4

How do I measure Level 2 (Learning)?

Accepted Answer

Two methods: (1) embedded quiz — 5–10 multiple-choice questions tied to training objectives (objective measurement), and (2) pre/post self-assessment — 'before the training, I could do X' vs 'now I can do X' on a 5-point scale (subjective but correlates 0.6+ with objective tests).

Question 5

When should I send the survey?

Accepted Answer

Level 1+2 survey: immediately after training ends (within 24 hours). Level 3 behavior follow-up: 30 and 90 days later. Level 4 business results: 6–12 months post-training, paired with KPI data. Poper auto-schedules the follow-up cadence.

Question 6

What response rate should I expect?

Accepted Answer

Post-training Level 1+2: 60–80% response rate for in-class or mandatory training, 35–50% for voluntary. Level 3 30-day follow-up drops to 25–40%. Level 4 90-day drops to 15–25% — which is why most orgs report only Levels 1+2 and use KPIs for Level 4.

Question 7

Which LMS platforms integrate with Poper?

Accepted Answer

Native integrations with Cornerstone, Docebo, TalentLMS, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday Learning, Moodle, LearnUpon, Absorb, Litmos, and Bridge. Employee ID, manager, department, and training completion sync automatically — essential for segmenting effectiveness by business unit.

Question 8

Is this survey template free?

Accepted Answer

Yes — 100% free on the free plan with up to 100 responses/month. For enterprise L&D rollouts with thousands of employees, paid plans start at $15/month with unlimited responses, LMS integration, and 30/60/90-day follow-up automation.

Training Effectiveness Survey Template

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FAQs

What is a training effectiveness survey?

What is the Kirkpatrick model?

Does this survey cover all four levels?

How do I measure Level 2 (Learning)?

When should I send the survey?

What response rate should I expect?

Which LMS platforms integrate with Poper?

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