Question 1

The first and the most important step in choosing a training method is to identify the _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  cost 
B)  type of learning outcome 
C)  effectiveness 
D)  time required to complete training 
A)  cost 
B)  type of learning outcome 
C)  effectiveness 
D)  time required to complete training B

Question 2

On-the-job training is typically more passive than classroom training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Typically, on-the-job training (OJT) is unstructured and inconsistent. Identify best practices to structure OJT to enhance its effectiveness.

Accepted Answer

Effectively prepare for instruction by breaking tasks down into important steps
Prepare the necessary resources and support before training
Show trainees how to perform the task and explain key points
Have the trainee practice small parts and then the entire task
Provide praise and constructive feedback
Have the trainee practice until accurate reproduction is achieved
Provide support materials to facilitate transfer
Evaluate the OJT
(See Table 7.2 for additional strategies.)
Difficultly: medium
Learning objective: 2

Question 4

Context-based learning is unique to an employee's needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Vicarious reinforcement is most relevant to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  simulations 
B)  behavior modeling 
C)  case studies 
D)  lectures 
A)  simulations 
B)  behavior modeling 
C)  case studies 
D)  lectures

Question 6

Six Sigma and Kaizen, black belt training programs, involve principles of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  adventure learning 
B)  action learning 
C)  vicarious reinforcement 
D)  social learning theory 
A)  adventure learning 
B)  action learning 
C)  vicarious reinforcement 
D)  social learning theory

Question 7

Which of the following is not characteristic of case studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  They often depict realistic situations 
B)  They allow trainees to analyze situations and make recommendations 
C)  They allow trainees to act out skills 
D)  Trainees' recommendations are hypothetical 
A)  They often depict realistic situations 
B)  They allow trainees to analyze situations and make recommendations 
C)  They allow trainees to act out skills 
D)  Trainees' recommendations are hypothetical

Question 8

_____ involves training teams how to share information and make decisions.

Accepted Answer

A)  Cross training 
B)  Team sharing training 
C)  Coordination training 
D)  Guided team self-correction 
A)  Cross training 
B)  Team sharing training 
C)  Coordination training 
D)  Guided team self-correction

Question 9

According to the 70-20-10 model, the majority of learning should be guided by the employee as opposed to the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is considerable overlap between learning outcomes across the training methods. 
B)  Group building methods focus solely on team learning and not on individual learning. 
C)  Presentation methods lead to better transfer than hands-on methods. 
D)  Companies that have a larger budget should choose a presentation method over a hands-on method. 
A)  There is considerable overlap between learning outcomes across the training methods. 
B)  Group building methods focus solely on team learning and not on individual learning. 
C)  Presentation methods lead to better transfer than hands-on methods. 
D)  Companies that have a larger budget should choose a presentation method over a hands-on method.

Question 11

_____ focuses on context dependent knowledge and skills learned via social media and informal interactions through others.

Accepted Answer

A)  Guided competency 
B)  Social competency learning 
C)  Guided contextual learning 
D)  Social contextual learning 
A)  Guided competency 
B)  Social competency learning 
C)  Guided contextual learning 
D)  Social contextual learning

Question 12

If companies have a limited budget for developing new training methods, the most appropriate hands-on training method would be _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  simulation 
B)  team training 
C)  on-the-job training (OJT) 
D)  action learning 
A)  simulation 
B)  team training 
C)  on-the-job training (OJT) 
D)  action learning

Question 13

In behavior modeling, key behaviors are typically performed in a specific order for a task to be completed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true of business games?

Accepted Answer

A)  Business games are non-competitive. 
B)  Trainees know for certain the consequences of their actions. 
C)  There are no limitations for participant behavior in business games. 
D)  Several alternative courses of action are available to trainees. 
A)  Business games are non-competitive. 
B)  Trainees know for certain the consequences of their actions. 
C)  There are no limitations for participant behavior in business games. 
D)  Several alternative courses of action are available to trainees.

Question 15

Describe the 70-20-10 model and its implications for training.

Accepted Answer

The 70-20-10 model is a commonly used fo

Question 16

_____ learning focuses on well-defined competencies typically trained via lecture and online methods.

Accepted Answer

A)  Guided competency 
B)  Social competency learning 
C)  Guided contextual learning 
D)  Social contextual learning 
A)  Guided competency 
B)  Social competency learning 
C)  Guided contextual learning 
D)  Social contextual learning

Question 17

Which of the following requires the least amount of participation from trainees?

Accepted Answer

A)  Apprenticeship 
B)  Case study 
C)  Simulation 
D)  Audiovisual instruction 
A)  Apprenticeship 
B)  Case study 
C)  Simulation 
D)  Audiovisual instruction

Question 18

Which of the following is a presentation method of training?

Accepted Answer

A)  On-the-job training 
B)  Lecture 
C)  Simulation 
D)  Case study 
A)  On-the-job training 
B)  Lecture 
C)  Simulation 
D)  Case study

Question 19

Which of the following training methods is best suited for attitudinal learning outcomes?

Accepted Answer

A)  On-the-job training 
B)  Self-directed learning 
C)  Apprenticeship 
D)  Role play 
A)  On-the-job training 
B)  Self-directed learning 
C)  Apprenticeship 
D)  Role play

Question 20

A case study _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  is a training method that replicates the physical equipment 
B)  is a description about how employees or an organization dealt with a difficult situation 
C)  involves assisting a certified tradesperson 
D)  involves observing peers performing a case and then trying to imitate their behavior 
A)  is a training method that replicates the physical equipment 
B)  is a description about how employees or an organization dealt with a difficult situation 
C)  involves assisting a certified tradesperson 
D)  involves observing peers performing a case and then trying to imitate their behavior

The first and the most important step in choosing a training method is to identify the _____.

On-the-job training is typically more passive than classroom training.

Typically, on-the-job training (OJT) is unstructured and inconsistent. Identify best practices to structure OJT to enhance its effectiveness.

Context-based learning is unique to an employee's needs.

Vicarious reinforcement is most relevant to _____.

Six Sigma and Kaizen, black belt training programs, involve principles of _____.

Which of the following is not characteristic of case studies?

_____ involves training teams how to share information and make decisions.

According to the 70-20-10 model, the majority of learning should be guided by the employee as opposed to the organization.

Which of the following statements is true?

_____ focuses on context dependent knowledge and skills learned via social media and informal interactions through others.

If companies have a limited budget for developing new training methods, the most appropriate hands-on training method would be _____.

In behavior modeling, key behaviors are typically performed in a specific order for a task to be completed.

Which of the following statements is true of business games?

Describe the 70-20-10 model and its implications for training.

_____ learning focuses on well-defined competencies typically trained via lecture and online methods.

Which of the following requires the least amount of participation from trainees?

Which of the following is a presentation method of training?

Which of the following training methods is best suited for attitudinal learning outcomes?

A case study _____.

Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Strategic Training

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Exam 7: Traditional Training Methods

The first and the most important step in choosing a training method is to identify the _____.

On-the-job training is typically more passive than classroom training.

Typically, on-the-job training (OJT) is unstructured and inconsistent. Identify best practices to structure OJT to enhance its effectiveness.

Context-based learning is unique to an employee's needs.

Vicarious reinforcement is most relevant to _____.

Six Sigma and Kaizen, black belt training programs, involve principles of _____.

Which of the following is not characteristic of case studies?

_____ involves training teams how to share information and make decisions.

According to the 70-20-10 model, the majority of learning should be guided by the employee as opposed to the organization.

Which of the following statements is true?

_____ focuses on context dependent knowledge and skills learned via social media and informal interactions through others.

If companies have a limited budget for developing new training methods, the most appropriate hands-on training method would be _____.

In behavior modeling, key behaviors are typically performed in a specific order for a task to be completed.

Which of the following statements is true of business games?

Describe the 70-20-10 model and its implications for training.

_____ learning focuses on well-defined competencies typically trained via lecture and online methods.

Which of the following requires the least amount of participation from trainees?

Which of the following is a presentation method of training?

Which of the following training methods is best suited for attitudinal learning outcomes?

A case study _____.

Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Strategic Training

Needs Assessment

Learning and Transfer of Training

Program Design

Training Evaluation

Technology-Based Training Methods

Employee Development and Career Management

Social Responsibility: Legal Issues, Managing Diversity, and Career Challenges

The Future of Traini

Filters