Question 1

The VARK stands for:

Accepted Answer

A) Video - aural - read/write - kinesthetic 
B) Visual - aural - read/write - kinesthetic 
C) Visual - aural - read/write - know and tell 
D) Visual - aural - reflect - kinesthetic 
A) Video - aural - read/write - kinesthetic 
B) Visual - aural - read/write - kinesthetic 
C) Visual - aural - read/write - know and tell 
D) Visual - aural - reflect - kinesthetic

Question 2

Suppose an attribute-treatment interaction was found between the type of computer training provided (lecture versus self-paced)and the learning styles of different trainees.In particular,trainees who were strong in Abstract Conceptualization (AC)did much better in the self-paced training than did trainees who scored lower on this attribute.Based on this,if the trainer wants the most effective outcomes possible,which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) all trainees should receive lecture-based training 
B) all trainees should receive self-paced training 
C) trainees who score low on AC should not be placed in the self-paced training condition 
D) trainees who score low on AC should not be placed in the lecture-based training 
A) all trainees should receive lecture-based training 
B) all trainees should receive self-paced training 
C) trainees who score low on AC should not be placed in the self-paced training condition 
D) trainees who score low on AC should not be placed in the lecture-based training

Question 3

Active practice involves

Accepted Answer

A) The trainee repeatedly performing the task to be learned 
B) The trainee mentally rehearsing what is being learned 
C) Both A and B are active practice 
D) Neither A or B is active practice 
A) The trainee repeatedly performing the task to be learned 
B) The trainee mentally rehearsing what is being learned 
C) Both A and B are active practice 
D) Neither A or B is active practice

Question 4

Experiencing negative events on the job prior to training can increase a person's motivation and performance in a training program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Expert performance is being very good at almost everything

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

If a trainee views training as a remedial event they will learn less than if they view it as an opportunity to advance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The theory of instruction that focuses on the kinds of things people learn and how they learn them,arguing that there is not one best way to learn everything is known as:

Accepted Answer

A) Myers-Briggs Theory 
B) Maslow's Theory 
C) Gagne-Brigg's Theory 
D) Senge's Social Leaning Theory 
A) Myers-Briggs Theory 
B) Maslow's Theory 
C) Gagne-Brigg's Theory 
D) Senge's Social Leaning Theory

Question 8

Kolb's Learning Style Inventory assesses an individual's orientation towards each of four modes of the learning process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Overlearning,or learning something beyond the point of mastery,is always a waste of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A continuous-learning work environment means that:

Accepted Answer

A) Supervisors require training each week for all members of their work team 
B) Training goes on every day 
C) Members share perceptions that learning is an important part of everyday work life 
D) Training is rewarded by paying bonuses each week 
A) Supervisors require training each week for all members of their work team 
B) Training goes on every day 
C) Members share perceptions that learning is an important part of everyday work life 
D) Training is rewarded by paying bonuses each week

Question 11

The argument that teaching adults requires a different set of instructional techniques than those typically used to teach children is called:

Accepted Answer

A) gerontology 
B) andragogy 
C) pedagogy 
D) contiguity 
A) gerontology 
B) andragogy 
C) pedagogy 
D) contiguity

Question 12

When something that you learned prior to training inhibits your recall of the newly-learned material,it is called:

Accepted Answer

A) interference 
B) meaningfulness 
C) physical fidelity 
D) zero transfer 
A) interference 
B) meaningfulness 
C) physical fidelity 
D) zero transfer

Question 13

Learning to ride a bike is an example of which of the following types of learning?

Accepted Answer

A) skill-based 
B) cognitive 
C) affective 
D) physical maturation 
A) skill-based 
B) cognitive 
C) affective 
D) physical maturation

Question 14

Practice alone will make for a strong association.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is true of 'non-traditional' learners?

Accepted Answer

A) They need to be motivated to learn 
B) They tend to focus on getting good grades 
C) They do not question presented content 
D) They tend to be practical and are interested in relevant content 
A) They need to be motivated to learn 
B) They tend to focus on getting good grades 
C) They do not question presented content 
D) They tend to be practical and are interested in relevant content

Question 16

A learning situation where tasks are arranged so that each task is learned in the appropriate order before the total task is attempted is called:

Accepted Answer

A) task analysis 
B) component task achievement 
C) step learning 
D) task sequencing 
A) task analysis 
B) component task achievement 
C) step learning 
D) task sequencing

Question 17

The law of effect means that:

Accepted Answer

A) many people are motivated by punishment 
B) rewards can still be achieved by those with bad behavior 
C) punishable behavior is usually repeated due to the enjoyment factor 
D) we repeat actions that give us a pleasurable consequence 
A) many people are motivated by punishment 
B) rewards can still be achieved by those with bad behavior 
C) punishable behavior is usually repeated due to the enjoyment factor 
D) we repeat actions that give us a pleasurable consequence

Question 18

A relatively permanent change in behavior,cognition or affect that occurs as a result of one's interaction with the environment is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A) boundary spanning 
B) learning 
C) behavioral modeling 
D) cognitive effect 
A) boundary spanning 
B) learning 
C) behavioral modeling 
D) cognitive effect

Question 19

Component task achievement means that each task must be fully completed before the entire task is performed correctly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Research has shown that:

Accepted Answer

A) Only active practice can help learning 
B) Mental practice does not help learning 
C) Mental practice is more effective the shorter the time interval between rehearsal and performance 
D) Practice is not an effective training for learning 
A) Only active practice can help learning 
B) Mental practice does not help learning 
C) Mental practice is more effective the shorter the time interval between rehearsal and performance 
D) Practice is not an effective training for learning

The VARK stands for:

Active practice involves

Experiencing negative events on the job prior to training can increase a person's motivation and performance in a training program.

Expert performance is being very good at almost everything

If a trainee views training as a remedial event they will learn less than if they view it as an opportunity to advance.

The theory of instruction that focuses on the kinds of things people learn and how they learn them,arguing that there is not one best way to learn everything is known as:

Kolb's Learning Style Inventory assesses an individual's orientation towards each of four modes of the learning process.

Overlearning,or learning something beyond the point of mastery,is always a waste of time.

A continuous-learning work environment means that:

The argument that teaching adults requires a different set of instructional techniques than those typically used to teach children is called:

When something that you learned prior to training inhibits your recall of the newly-learned material,it is called:

Learning to ride a bike is an example of which of the following types of learning?

Practice alone will make for a strong association.

Which of the following is true of 'non-traditional' learners?

A learning situation where tasks are arranged so that each task is learned in the appropriate order before the total task is attempted is called:

The law of effect means that:

A relatively permanent change in behavior,cognition or affect that occurs as a result of one's interaction with the environment is referred to as:

Component task achievement means that each task must be fully completed before the entire task is performed correctly.

Research has shown that:

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Influences on Employee Behavior

Assessing HRD Needs

Designing Effective Hrd Programs

Implementing HRD Programs

Evaluating HRD Programs

Onboarding: Employee Socialization and Orientation

Skills and Technical Training

Coaching and Performance Management

Employee Counseling and Wellness Services

Career Management and Development

Management Development

Organization Development and Change

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The VARK stands for:

Active practice involves

Experiencing negative events on the job prior to training can increase a person's motivation and performance in a training program.

Expert performance is being very good at almost everything

If a trainee views training as a remedial event they will learn less than if they view it as an opportunity to advance.

The theory of instruction that focuses on the kinds of things people learn and how they learn them,arguing that there is not one best way to learn everything is known as:

Kolb's Learning Style Inventory assesses an individual's orientation towards each of four modes of the learning process.

Overlearning,or learning something beyond the point of mastery,is always a waste of time.

A continuous-learning work environment means that:

The argument that teaching adults requires a different set of instructional techniques than those typically used to teach children is called:

When something that you learned prior to training inhibits your recall of the newly-learned material,it is called:

Learning to ride a bike is an example of which of the following types of learning?

Practice alone will make for a strong association.

Which of the following is true of 'non-traditional' learners?

A learning situation where tasks are arranged so that each task is learned in the appropriate order before the total task is attempted is called:

The law of effect means that:

A relatively permanent change in behavior,cognition or affect that occurs as a result of one's interaction with the environment is referred to as:

Component task achievement means that each task must be fully completed before the entire task is performed correctly.

Research has shown that:

Introduction to Human Resource Development

Influences on Employee Behavior

Assessing HRD Needs

Designing Effective Hrd Programs

Implementing HRD Programs

Evaluating HRD Programs

Onboarding: Employee Socialization and Orientation

Skills and Technical Training

Coaching and Performance Management

Employee Counseling and Wellness Services

Career Management and Development

Management Development

Organization Development and Change

HRD and Diversity: Diversity Training and Beyond

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