MHR 6551-12I-3, Training and Development full course (Columbia Southern Univeristy)

All eight assessments and article critique
Unit 1 assessments
Question 1
- Knowledge is composed of which three interrelated types?Answer
Declarative, practical, and strategic |
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Declarative, practical, and skill |
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Compilation, automatic, and strategic |
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Declarative, procedural, and strategic |
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None of the above |
4 points
Question 2
- A mechanistic design is best applied in which of the following situations?Answer
Non routine technologies |
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Small businesses |
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High volume assembly lines |
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Where there are not clear answers to many of the problems that arise |
4 points
Question 3
- Strategic planning is best defined as:Answer
the development of a relatively long term mission. |
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the development of relatively short term objectives. |
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A process for determining how best to pursue the organizations mission while meeting the demands of the environment |
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the development of values and ideals of the organization. |
4 points
Question 4
- Organizational development is best defined asAnswer
a profession that deals with reacting to changes in external environment. |
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a profession and field of study that creates and implements planned change in organizations. |
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a profession and field of study that deals with creating and implementing new ideas in the organization. |
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a field of study and profession that deals with explaining serendipitous events. |
4 points
Question 5
- Which best explains the strategic training alternative of the internal provider?Answer
All or most training developed in house, each phase handled by specialists, and needs developed from a decentralized HRD function |
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All or most training purchased from outside sources, each phase handled by specialists, and needs developed from a centralized HRD function. |
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All or most training activities provided by outside trainers and training function's role is to select and manage training suppliers. |
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All or most training developed in house, each phase handled by specialists, and needs developed from a centralized HRD function. |
4 points
Question 6
- In the evaluation of training, a determination of whether the trainer actually covered all aspects of the training as designed is calledAnswer
outcome evaluation. |
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outcome. |
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phase evaluation. |
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process evaluation. |
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procedural evaluation. |
4 points
Question 7
- What is ISO 9000?Answer
A series of standards to assure consistency in product quality. |
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An HR software package. |
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A quality standard set by the Japanese. |
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A strategic quality forecasting model. |
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All of the above. |
4 points
Question 8
- What are some reasons companies should invest in strategic HR?Answer
To be able to grow |
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To increase their market value |
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To centralize their strategies |
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To involve management |
4 points
Question 9
- OD interventions could be implemented more successfully if they included training where employeesAnswer
developed a common knowledge and skill base in the area of the intervention. |
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Understood group dynamics and became skilled at working within groups. |
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Understood and became skilled at using a common problem solving model. |
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Both A & C. |
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All of the above. |
4 points
Question 10
- In the training process model, evaluation begins at which point?Answer
During the design phase. |
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During the implementation phase. |
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During the analysis phase. |
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During the development phase. |
4 points
Question 11
- Define KSA’s and explain the different levels of each.Answer
30 points
Question 12
- Describe how the model of training processes serves as a problem?solving tool. Include a brief explanation of each of the five phases. Answer
Question 1
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Stimulus leads to response which leads to consequence, best illustrates which theory?
Answer
Punishment |
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Consequence |
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Reinforcement |
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Needs |
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Hierarchy of needs |
4 points
Question 2
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A basic premise in Social Learning Theory is
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a behaviorist approach to learning |
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a person learns through observation rather then through doing. |
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events can be learned without being processed |
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Consequences of behavior do not influence learning |
4 points
Question 3
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Negative reinforcement
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reduces the likelihood of a behavior. |
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increases the likelihood of a behavior. |
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requires removal of something unpleasant. |
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both A & C. |
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both B & C. |
4 points
Question 4
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Which of the following is a "process" theory of motivation?
Answer
ERG theory |
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Maslow's hierarchy of needs |
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Reinforcement theory |
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Both A & B |
4 points
Question 5
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In social learning, theory retention has three phases which are
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attention, symbolic coding, behavioral reproduction. |
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recognize, recall, retain. |
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attention, motivation, symbolic coding. |
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none of the above. |
4 points
Question 6
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Theories are
Answer
useful for model building but impractical for practitioners. |
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generally developed by all of us to help us understand how things work in our world. |
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concrete steps in the "how to" world. |
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useful when they describe a set of facts and develop a logical rationale for what is likely to be true, given those facts. |
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both B & D. |
4 points
Question 7
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What are the factors that interact to determine performance?
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Knowledge, skills and attitudes |
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Environment, skills, and strategy |
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Attitudes, strategy, and motivation |
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Motivation, environment, and skills |
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Motivation, KSAs, and environment |
4 points
Question 8
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Symbolic coding is
Answer
the second stage of attracting attention |
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where you rehearse in your mind how to "do it" |
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part of the retention process. |
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a design method for assuring learning. |
4 points
Question 9
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The formula for performance (M X KSA X E) suggests
Answer
only two of the three factors need to be favorable to obtain high performance. |
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if motivation is high and KSA's are adequate, at least moderate performance will be achieved. |
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if the environment is highly conducive to high performance, then motivation is not very important. |
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none of the above are correct. |
4 points
Question 10
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Which of the following statements is true regarding punishment?
Answer
It does not usually reduce the future likelihood of a behavior. |
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It is a very effective form of motivation. |
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It has the same results as negative reinforcement. |
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It is an undesirable training tool. |
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Randomly administering punishment keeps trainees on their toes. |
4 points
Question 11
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Explain Social Learning Theory.
Question 12
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Two definitions of learning were presented in the text, one was behavioral and one was cognitive. Explain each and indicate the major difference between these definitions and what the training implications of each are.
Answer
unit III assessment
Question 1
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_____ involves looking at all the influences that could affect employee performance in the organization and determining their fit within organizational goals and objectives.
Answer
Performance analysis | ||
Operational analysis | ||
Goals analysis | ||
Organizational analysis | ||
Personnel analysis |
4 points
Question 2
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A competency based approach focuses on
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knowledge and skills. | ||
attitudes and personality. | ||
all characteristics that underlie successful performance. | ||
motivational characteristics. |
4 points
Question 3
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According to the text, behavioral tests measure
Answer
situational reaction. | ||
development. | ||
skills. | ||
learning capability. |
4 points
Question 4
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In response to a TNA the decision is to "change the job." This means
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there are too many obstacles in the system the way the job is currently set up. | ||
feedback is not occurring in the present set up. | ||
there is a KSA deficiency but it is difficult to train. | ||
rewards are not tied to high performance. |
4 points
Question 5
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Which of the following focuses on an anticipated performance problem in the future?
Answer
The PAQ | ||
A reactive TNA | ||
A proactive TNA | ||
Work sampling |
4 points
Question 6
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Performance appraisals are almost always completed by
Answer
peers and self. | ||
360 degree feedback. | ||
supervisors. | ||
work planning and review. |
4 points
Question 7
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The _____ approach to job analysis immediately identifies the KSA's required for the job.
Answer
task oriented | ||
worker oriented | ||
operational analysis | ||
job-duty-task |
4 points
Question 8
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A training needs analysis is conducted when
Answer
a setback event occurs. | ||
a triggering event occurs. | ||
a decision to provide sexual harassment training is made. | ||
a deficiency is determined to be a motivational deficiency. |
4 points
Question 9
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When an OPG is identified, a/an _____________ should be conducted in order to fully understand the nature of the gap.
Answer
Job analysis | ||
Operational analysis | ||
Performance evaluation | ||
Goal analysis |
4 points
Question 10
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The selection process of incumbents in operational analysis should be performed by
Answer
a supervisor. | ||
the manager of the organization. | ||
a head hunter. | ||
a job analyst. |
4 points
Question 11
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Discuss the proactive approach and the reactive approach to TNA.
Answer
30 points
Question 12
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Compare reliability and validity.
Question 1
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____________ learners like to learn facts, and solve problems using well tested methods.
Answer
Intuitive |
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Sensing |
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Visual |
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Verbal |
4 points
Question 2
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Training objectives provide value to
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the trainee. |
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the training designer. |
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the trainer and the training evaluator. |
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both A & C. |
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all of the above. |
4 points
Question 3
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If after training the trainee is performing at a level lower than before this means that
Answer
there is zero transfer. |
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there is negative transfer. |
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there are obstacles in the system preventing transfer |
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there are negative outcomes associated with the trained behavior. |
4 points
Question 4
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" . read an altimeter with an error of no more than 5 feet" is an example of what part of a learning objective?
Answer
Desired outcome |
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Condition |
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Standard |
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Requirement |
4 points
Question 5
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Which macro theory of training design is outlined in the text?
Answer
Elaboration theory |
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Systems theory |
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Gagne Briggs theory of training design |
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Social learning theory |
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Both A & B |
4 points
Question 6
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When examining transfer of training, how many possibilities are there beyond "positive transfer?"
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One |
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Two |
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Three |
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Four |
4 points
Question 7
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Elaboration theory is relevant for
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simple tasks. |
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complex tasks. |
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both simple and complex tasks. |
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attitudinal training. |
4 points
Question 8
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In the guide provided in the text for estimating the time required to prepare training, the three main types of questions relate to
Answer
who, what, where. |
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who, when, what. |
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who, what, how. |
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where, when, how. |
4 points
Question 9
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In the Elaboration theory, the process of identifying progressively more complex versions of the task is known as
Answer
epitomizing. |
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elaborating. |
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extrapolating. |
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cognitive extrapolation. |
4 points
Question 10
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Without _____, it is very difficult to evaluate training.
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personnel objectives |
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performance appraisals |
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organizational outcomes |
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learning objectives |
· Question 11
Needs Grading
What is a “sit in” and what are the conditions necessary for it to be effective? |
· Question 12
Needs Grading
Question 1
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Which of the following is true for CBT:
Answer
enhances trainees knowledge base |
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enhances skill development |
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enhances psychomotor skills |
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Both A and B |
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All of the above |
4 points
Question 2
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Self-paced learning is when:
Answer
the trainees follow with the class |
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the trainees move slower than the class. |
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the trainees move quickly with some restrictions |
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the trainees move through the training as fast as they are able to |
4 points
Question 3
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Virtual Leader is one application of
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Interactive Multimedia training. |
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Virtual Reality training. |
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Programmed Instruction training. |
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Simulation training. |
4 points
Question 4
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The acronym JIT (an on the job training technique) stands for
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job information topology. |
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just in time. |
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job incidents technique. |
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job instruction technique. |
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job instructional topology. |
4 points
Question 5
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Demonstrations, like lectures, can be differentiated by the level of ______ of the trainee.
Answer
intelligence |
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involvement |
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commitment |
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interest |
4 points
Question 6
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A major concern with CBT is that
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It cannot provide real enough examples in its training |
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It takes far to long to complete |
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Trainees do not seem to like learning from a computer |
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It is difficult to be able to identify exactly who is taking the training |
4 points
Question 7
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According to the text, what is the biggest mistake made when using static media?
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Cramming too much information on the one poster, sheet, or overhead |
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Newsprint being used too often in adult learning |
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Overheads used in a fully lighted room |
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Burned out light bulbs in the overhead |
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Using a VCR that only plays Betamax |
4 points
Question 8
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In order to be effective, IM should
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Utilize a variety of cues |
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Accommodate multiple learning styles |
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Incorporate evaluation methods |
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Both A and B |
4 points
Question 9
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_____ is the capacity needed to perform a set of tasks.
Answer
Automaticity |
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Skill |
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Knowledge |
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Attitude |
4 points
Question 10
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The main difference between Virtual Reality and Multimedia training is that in Virtual Reality training
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you do not wear any equipment. |
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you are completely immersed in the environment. |
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there is much more interest and use of virtual reality training. |
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there is less lead time for development and many more off the shelf training packages. |
4 points
Question 11
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Define coaching and explain its relationship with the term mentoring.
Answer
30 points
Question 12
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What are the differences between interactive multimedia and virtual reality, and why has virtual reality not become as popular?
Unit
VI Article Critique
According to the textbook, companies spend a lot of time on training and
development. Use the database within the CSU
Online Library to find the article, “Training is the Answer…But what was the
Question?” by Rob Rosner, May 1999 (This
author may also be found under Bob Rosner in some research databases). This
article examines the usefulness of
training.
After reading the article, write a brief summary and answer the following
questions:
What is the author’s main point?·
Is training always an effective
solution? Why, or why not? What evidence supports the main point?·
What is your opinion of the article? Do
you agree with the author? Why, or why not?·
What evidence from the textbook or other
sources supports your opinion?·
How does the article support the course?·
Use these guidelines to prepare your Article Critique:
It must be at least three pages in
length.·
Identify main topic/question.·
Identify the intended audience.·
Summarize the article for page one.·
Think critically about the article and
how it applies to the course for pages two and three.·
Format your article critique using APA Style. Use your own words and avoid
plagiarism. All sources used, including the
textbook, must be referenced. Any paraphrased and quoted material must have
accompanying citations.
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