Question 1

Collaboration and communication in groupware context may be synchronous or asynchronous.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

As firms grow in size,their need to manage training activities and training data more effectively and efficiently remains the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

What issues might arise as a result of the implementation of HRIS T&D application?

Accepted Answer

Many HRIS T&D projects fail to meet the

Question 4

A learning content management system (LCMS)can be used to store and develop T&D content,such as multimedia files,templates for training courses,or assignments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

According to Argyris and Schon's (1978)three-level model of organizational learning,which is best described as "questioning the suitability of norms,practices,policies,and procedures that define performance standards"?

Accepted Answer

A)  single-loop learning 
B)  double-loop learning 
C)  triple-loop learning 
D)  quadruple-loop learning 
A)  single-loop learning 
B)  double-loop learning 
C)  triple-loop learning 
D)  quadruple-loop learning

Question 6

Human capital is considered a key source of competitive advantage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

______ essentially consists of five separate activities,which are the acquisition,documentation,transfer,creation,and application of knowledge.

Accepted Answer

A)  A learning management system 
B)  Performance management 
C)  Knowledge management 
D)  Training management 
A)  A learning management system 
B)  Performance management 
C)  Knowledge management 
D)  Training management

Question 8

It is crucially important to use evaluation data to make decisions on future training initiatives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Please briefly explain what is meant by transfer of training.

Accepted Answer

Positive and long-lasting changes in emp

Question 10

______ focus(es)on short-term objectives while ______ focus(es)on long-term objectives.

Accepted Answer

A)  Training; skills 
B)  Skills; training 
C)  Training; development 
D)  Development; training 
A)  Training; skills 
B)  Skills; training 
C)  Training; development 
D)  Development; training

Question 11

______ is considered a continuous process of systematic advancement,of "becoming increasingly more complex,more elaborate and differentiated,by virtue of learning and maturation."

Accepted Answer

A)  Education 
B)  Training 
C)  Development 
D)  Learning 
A)  Education 
B)  Training 
C)  Development 
D)  Learning

Question 12

Russ-Eft and Preskill (2005)highlight critical factors in HR development evaluation that complicate the assessment of training outcomes.Which of the following is NOT a critical factor?

Accepted Answer

A)  Evaluation occurs within a complex, dynamic, and variable environment. 
B)  Evaluation is essentially a political activity. 
C)  Evaluation ought to be purposeful, planned, and systematic. 
D)  all of these 
A)  Evaluation occurs within a complex, dynamic, and variable environment. 
B)  Evaluation is essentially a political activity. 
C)  Evaluation ought to be purposeful, planned, and systematic. 
D)  all of these

Question 13

There are many advantages associated with the utilization of e-learning.Please briefly describe five advantages associated with e-learning.

Accepted Answer

Advantages include the following:
•Cost

Question 14

The costs involved in training are difficult to establish.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

(total benefit − total costs)/total costs=_______× 100 = ROI 
-Explain the issues involved in establishing ROI for T&D initiatives.What role do HRIS T&D applications play in establishing ROI?

Accepted Answer

Return on investment on training is a fi

Question 16

According to the systems model of T&D,organizations ought to formulate an implementation plan that should specify which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  the resources required 
B)  how the training should be carried out 
C)  who should facilitate the training 
D)  all of these 
A)  the resources required 
B)  how the training should be carried out 
C)  who should facilitate the training 
D)  all of these

Question 17

______ is an umbrella term and broadly refers to any learning facilitated using electronic means.

Accepted Answer

A)  Audio learning 
B)  Video Learning 
C)  Satellite Learning 
D)  E-learning 
A)  Audio learning 
B)  Video Learning 
C)  Satellite Learning 
D)  E-learning

Question 18

According to Peter Senge's book,which of the following is considered the "fifth element"?

Accepted Answer

A)  shared visions 
B)  mental models 
C)  systems thinking 
D)  team learning 
A)  shared visions 
B)  mental models 
C)  systems thinking 
D)  team learning

Collaboration and communication in groupware context may be synchronous or asynchronous.

As firms grow in size,their need to manage training activities and training data more effectively and efficiently remains the same.

What issues might arise as a result of the implementation of HRIS T&D application?

A learning content management system (LCMS)can be used to store and develop T&D content,such as multimedia files,templates for training courses,or assignments.

According to Argyris and Schon's (1978)three-level model of organizational learning,which is best described as "questioning the suitability of norms,practices,policies,and procedures that define performance standards"?

Human capital is considered a key source of competitive advantage.

______ essentially consists of five separate activities,which are the acquisition,documentation,transfer,creation,and application of knowledge.

It is crucially important to use evaluation data to make decisions on future training initiatives.

Please briefly explain what is meant by transfer of training.

focus(es)on short-term objectives while focus(es)on long-term objectives.

______ is considered a continuous process of systematic advancement,of "becoming increasingly more complex,more elaborate and differentiated,by virtue of learning and maturation."

Russ-Eft and Preskill (2005)highlight critical factors in HR development evaluation that complicate the assessment of training outcomes.Which of the following is NOT a critical factor?

There are many advantages associated with the utilization of e-learning.Please briefly describe five advantages associated with e-learning.

The costs involved in training are difficult to establish.

(total benefit − total costs)/total costs=_______× 100 = ROI -Explain the issues involved in establishing ROI for T&D initiatives.What role do HRIS T&D applications play in establishing ROI?

According to the systems model of T&D,organizations ought to formulate an implementation plan that should specify which of the following?

______ is an umbrella term and broadly refers to any learning facilitated using electronic means.

According to Peter Senge's book,which of the following is considered the "fifth element"?

A Brief History and Overview of Technology in HR

Database Concepts and Applications in HRIS

Systems Considerations in the Design of an HRIS: Planning for Implementations

The Systems Development Life Cycle and HRIS Needs Analysis

System Design and Acquisition

Change Management and Implementation

Cost Justifying HRIS Investments

HR Administration and HRIS

Talent Management

Recruitment and Selection in an Internet Context

Performance Management, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and HRIS

HRIS and International HRM

HR Metrics and Workforce Analytics

HRIS Privacy and Security

HRIS and Social Media

The Future of HRIS: Emerging Trends in HRM and IT

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Exam 11: Training and Development: Issues and HRIS Applications

Collaboration and communication in groupware context may be synchronous or asynchronous.

As firms grow in size,their need to manage training activities and training data more effectively and efficiently remains the same.

What issues might arise as a result of the implementation of HRIS T&D application?

A learning content management system (LCMS)can be used to store and develop T&D content,such as multimedia files,templates for training courses,or assignments.

According to Argyris and Schon's (1978)three-level model of organizational learning,which is best described as "questioning the suitability of norms,practices,policies,and procedures that define performance standards"?

Human capital is considered a key source of competitive advantage.

______ essentially consists of five separate activities,which are the acquisition,documentation,transfer,creation,and application of knowledge.

It is crucially important to use evaluation data to make decisions on future training initiatives.

Please briefly explain what is meant by transfer of training.

______ focus(es)on short-term objectives while ______ focus(es)on long-term objectives.

______ is considered a continuous process of systematic advancement,of "becoming increasingly more complex,more elaborate and differentiated,by virtue of learning and maturation."

Russ-Eft and Preskill (2005)highlight critical factors in HR development evaluation that complicate the assessment of training outcomes.Which of the following is NOT a critical factor?

There are many advantages associated with the utilization of e-learning.Please briefly describe five advantages associated with e-learning.

The costs involved in training are difficult to establish.

(total benefit − total costs)/total costs=_______× 100 = ROI -Explain the issues involved in establishing ROI for T&D initiatives.What role do HRIS T&D applications play in establishing ROI?

According to the systems model of T&D,organizations ought to formulate an implementation plan that should specify which of the following?

______ is an umbrella term and broadly refers to any learning facilitated using electronic means.

According to Peter Senge's book,which of the following is considered the "fifth element"?

A Brief History and Overview of Technology in HR

Database Concepts and Applications in HRIS

Systems Considerations in the Design of an HRIS: Planning for Implementations

The Systems Development Life Cycle and HRIS Needs Analysis

System Design and Acquisition

Change Management and Implementation

Cost Justifying HRIS Investments

HR Administration and HRIS

Talent Management

Recruitment and Selection in an Internet Context

Performance Management, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and HRIS

HRIS and International HRM

HR Metrics and Workforce Analytics

HRIS Privacy and Security

HRIS and Social Media

The Future of HRIS: Emerging Trends in HRM and IT

Filters

focus(es)on short-term objectives while focus(es)on long-term objectives.