This is the first module in a four-module training package for use in inservice seminars or workshops on performance appraisal and employee development. It also contains an introductory manual with general information pertaining to all four modules in addition to specific outlines and objectives for each of the modules. Module 1 overviews the performance evaluation process, including the what, who, how, and when of performance evaluation. It presents performance evaluation as an employee feedback and development tool. A general model is provided and these uses of performance evaluation results identified: employee development, identification of training needs, criterla for selection, criteria for evaluating bias in rating, evaluation of training, promotion, demotion, and planning. Guidelines for selecting raters and possible areas of resistance are discussed. The module includes both instructor and student manuals. The instructor's manual consists of two major parts. Details of Workshop contains the following lnformation: objectives, tlme needed, agenda and time allocation, resources and materials needed, and bibliography. The second part is the Module Outline for Instructor with copies of transparencies needed. The participant's manual contains copies of all materials the student will use, including the pre/post-test and copies of all transparencies. An answer key for the test is provided. (YLB)