Research methodology workshops evaluation using the Kirkpatrick's model: translating theory into practice.

Background: Qualitative and quantitative evaluation of academic programs can enhance the development, effectiveness, and dissemination of comparative quality reports as well as quality improvement efforts.

Objectives: To evaluate the five research methodology workshops through assessing participants' satisfaction, knowledge and skills gain and impact on practices by the Kirkpatrick's evaluation model.

Methods: The four level Kirkpatrick's model was applied for the evaluation.