1. Your text differentiates performance measurement from performance evaluation. In plain language, what are the differences between performance measurement and performance evaluation? In your response, provide an example of each to help distinguish the two processes.

2. Do you believe it is possible (or realistic) to measure performance without also evaluating it in some way? Why/why not? In your response, reference elements of the reading to help support your point.

As discussed earlier in the semester, many companies are debating whether to move away from formal performance evaluations (e.g., ratings/rankings). Now that weve dug a bit more into the nature of performance measurement and evaluation, where do you stand?

a) Can performance management goals be achieved if companies rely primarily on performance measurement (without having formal evaluations in place)? Why/why not?

b)Is there a benefit in keeping formal evaluations (ratings/ratings)? Do they add value to the performance management process (over and above measurement alone) or do they do more harm than good?

In your responses, provide 2-3 specific elements of the reading that stood out for you, either in verifying the belief you already had OR in causing you to rethink your stance. (You can also draw from your personal experiences to help support your points)