Using the Learning Transfer System Inventory to test the effects of trainee and training design characteristics on the transfer of agricultural training in Uganda

The study was conducted to determine the role of training design and trainee characteristics in predicting the transfer of agronomic training among bean seed farmers in Uganda. Gender differences in levels of transfer were also studied. Data were from a sample survey of 300 respondents. Independent t-tests and hierarchical multivariate regression were used to answer the specific issues of the study. Results showed transfer was generally high, with women having a significantly higher training transfer than men. Using the Learning Transfer System Inventory (LTSI) model, we identified factors relating to trainee characteristics - motivation to transfer, readiness to learn and performance self-efficacy - that have shown a significant relationship with the transfer of training. We concluded by discussing potential implications for both theory and practice.