Question 1

Transfer of training refers to successful application of material learned in training to the job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Research shows that performance and learning in most jobs declines to some extent with the aging process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Continuous learning:

Accepted Answer

A) refers to a seamless training that doesn't allow learners to break away from the training session. 
B) requires employees to understand the entire work system including the relationships among their jobs,their work units,and the company. 
C) uses an instructional design process to ensure training effectiveness. 
D) refers only to off-site training.

Question 4

In the training design process,selection of training methods is the _____ step.

Accepted Answer

A) first 
B) third 
C) final 
D) next to final

Question 5

_____ is linked to strategic goals and objectives and benchmarks its training programs against those of other companies.

Accepted Answer

A) Total Quality Management training 
B) Continuous learning 
C) High-leverage training 
D) Six Sigma training

Question 6

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that _____ percent of the workforce consists of alternative work arrangements such as independent contractors.

Accepted Answer

A) 5 
B) 11 
C) 19 
D) 25

Question 7

Companies such as AFLAC and Ernst & Young have developed programs to help employees and managers understand how to interact with workers of different age groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to the 2008 ASTD State of the Industry Report,_____ is spent of training per employee.

Accepted Answer

A) $250 
B) $600 
C) $1100 
D) $1900

Question 9

The training function is a part of the human resource management department in most large organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

_____ are teams separated by time,culture,organizational boundaries and that rely on technology.

Accepted Answer

A) Quality circles 
B) High performance work teams 
C) Virtual teams 
D) Six Sigma teams

Question 11

are a systematic guide for developing training programs.What are the assumptions underlying use of any instructional system design?

Accepted Answer

The answer of are a systematic guide for developing training...

Question 12

At what point in the training design process should selection of training methods occur? Directly following:

Accepted Answer

A) development of an evaluation plan. 
B) needs assessment. 
C) ensuring transfer of training. 
D) development of learning objectives.

Exam 1: Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Transfer of training refers to successful application of material learned in training to the job.

Research shows that performance and learning in most jobs declines to some extent with the aging process.

Continuous learning:

In the training design process,selection of training methods is the _____ step.

_____ is linked to strategic goals and objectives and benchmarks its training programs against those of other companies.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that _____ percent of the workforce consists of alternative work arrangements such as independent contractors.

Companies such as AFLAC and Ernst & Young have developed programs to help employees and managers understand how to interact with workers of different age groups.

According to the 2008 ASTD State of the Industry Report,_____ is spent of training per employee.

The training function is a part of the human resource management department in most large organizations.

_____ are teams separated by time,culture,organizational boundaries and that rely on technology.

are a systematic guide for developing training programs.What are the assumptions underlying use of any instructional system design?

At what point in the training design process should selection of training methods occur? Directly following: