Question 1

A best practice in diversity training is to make attendance optional.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Evaluating how diversity training impacts the organization's bottom line is the easiest to collect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

What factors can managers take into account to ensure the success of the diversity training that takes place within their organization?

Accepted Answer

Managers can take several factors into account to ensure the success of diversity training within their organization.

1. Clear Objectives: Managers should clearly define the objectives of the diversity training program. This could include promoting a more inclusive work environment, reducing unconscious bias, or improving communication among diverse teams.

2. Tailored Content: The training content should be tailored to the specific needs and challenges of the organization. This could include addressing specific cultural differences, language barriers, or stereotypes that may exist within the workplace.

3. Inclusive Approach: Managers should ensure that the training is inclusive and accessible to all employees, regardless of their background or position within the organization. This could involve offering training in multiple languages, providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities, or scheduling sessions at different times to accommodate varying work schedules.

4. Leadership Support: It is important for managers to have the support of senior leadership in promoting diversity and inclusion. This can help to set the tone for the organization and demonstrate a commitment to the success of the training program.

5. Ongoing Evaluation: Managers should regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the diversity training program. This could involve gathering feedback from participants, tracking changes in workplace dynamics, or measuring the impact on key performance indicators such as employee satisfaction and retention.

By taking these factors into account, managers can help ensure the success of diversity training within their organization and create a more inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.

Question 4

Most companies today either currently have diversity training initiatives or plan to implement such programs in the near future.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Women and racial minorities frequently feel blamed during diversity training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Diversity training in college athletics is most prevalent among Division __________ athletic departments; overall, _________ percent engage in some form of diversity training.

Accepted Answer

A)  Division I; 73 
B)  Division II; 38 
C)  Division III; 46 
D)  Division I; 53 
A)  Division I; 73 
B)  Division II; 38 
C)  Division III; 46 
D)  Division I; 53

Question 7

Why is evaluation of diversity training so important? Why do more organizations not conduct such evaluations?

Accepted Answer

The evaluation of diversity training is

Question 8

Which of the following is the first step in the diversity training process?

Accepted Answer

A)  Conduct a needs analysis. 
B)  Evaluate the antecedent training conditions. 
C)  Decide on the training methods. 
D)  Ensure effective post-training conditions. 
A)  Conduct a needs analysis. 
B)  Evaluate the antecedent training conditions. 
C)  Decide on the training methods. 
D)  Ensure effective post-training conditions.

Question 9

Whites and men can enhance their training effectiveness by acknowledging the role of privilege and institutionalized forms of discrimination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Showing people that others with similar characteristics have also learned the material can increase training self-efficacy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What elements are included in the organizational analysis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Congruence between organizational mission and the training. 
B)  Support from top management. 
C)  Employee knowledge and skills needed to complete the training. 
D)  All of the above. 
E)  A and B only. 
A)  Congruence between organizational mission and the training. 
B)  Support from top management. 
C)  Employee knowledge and skills needed to complete the training. 
D)  All of the above. 
E)  A and B only.

Question 12

All deficiencies identified during a needs analysis should be addressed through diversity training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Diversity training at the local Y focused on correcting performance evaluation biases toward racially dissimilar others. Thus, the most appropriate focus of evaluation would be on:

Accepted Answer

A)  Reactions 
B)  Learning 
C)  Results 
D)  Behavior 
A)  Reactions 
B)  Learning 
C)  Results 
D)  Behavior

Question 14

Research suggests learning is most likely to take place when:

Accepted Answer

A)  Managers convey the link between the training and people's work. 
B)  There is a narrow focus on a particular topic. 
C)  There is a broad focus on a range of topics. 
D)  A and B only. 
E)  A and C only. 
A)  Managers convey the link between the training and people's work. 
B)  There is a narrow focus on a particular topic. 
C)  There is a broad focus on a range of topics. 
D)  A and B only. 
E)  A and C only.

Question 15

Melissa designs an evaluation program for the diversity training in her organization whereby she assesses the learning (a) from a group of people who went through the program and (b) from another group who did not. The evaluation takes place only after the training. This is representative of what design?

Accepted Answer

A)  Post-training 
B)  Pre- and post-training 
C)  Pre-and post-training with a control group 
D)  Post-training only with a control group 
A)  Post-training 
B)  Pre- and post-training 
C)  Pre-and post-training with a control group 
D)  Post-training only with a control group

Question 16

Diversity training can improve people's attitudes about diversity and their motivation. This is consistent with diversity training's effects on which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Affective states 
B)  Cognitive outcomes 
C)  Skill-based outcomes 
D)  Stereotype outcomes 
A)  Affective states 
B)  Cognitive outcomes 
C)  Skill-based outcomes 
D)  Stereotype outcomes

Question 17

The textbook chapter outlined several advantages and drawbacks of diversity training. Which of these do you believe is most prevalent in sport organizations today? Which would have the most substantial influence?

Accepted Answer

The most prevalent advantage of diversit

Question 18

Which of the following statements is most accurate concerning transfer of training?

Accepted Answer

A)  People will automatically apply what they've learned in the training to their work environment. 
B)  People are more likely to transfer the training skills if they can choose if and when they want to do so. 
C)  People are likely to transfer the training skills to their work when there is an organizational climate of continuous improvement. 
D)  People are likely to use new skills learned during training when it is not connected to their performance evaluation. 
A)  People will automatically apply what they've learned in the training to their work environment. 
B)  People are more likely to transfer the training skills if they can choose if and when they want to do so. 
C)  People are likely to transfer the training skills to their work when there is an organizational climate of continuous improvement. 
D)  People are likely to use new skills learned during training when it is not connected to their performance evaluation.

Question 19

Trainees are likely to be motivated to learn the material when:

Accepted Answer

A)  Support from supervisors and coworkers is high. 
B)  Doing so is linked to subsequent job performance. 
C)  Learning impacts performance evaluations. 
D)  All of the above. 
A)  Support from supervisors and coworkers is high. 
B)  Doing so is linked to subsequent job performance. 
C)  Learning impacts performance evaluations. 
D)  All of the above.

Question 20

Research shows there is a single model of diversity training that works for all sport organizations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A best practice in diversity training is to make attendance optional.

Evaluating how diversity training impacts the organization's bottom line is the easiest to collect.

What factors can managers take into account to ensure the success of the diversity training that takes place within their organization?

Most companies today either currently have diversity training initiatives or plan to implement such programs in the near future.

Women and racial minorities frequently feel blamed during diversity training.

Diversity training in college athletics is most prevalent among Division __ athletic departments; overall, _ percent engage in some form of diversity training.

Why is evaluation of diversity training so important? Why do more organizations not conduct such evaluations?

Which of the following is the first step in the diversity training process?

Whites and men can enhance their training effectiveness by acknowledging the role of privilege and institutionalized forms of discrimination.

Showing people that others with similar characteristics have also learned the material can increase training self-efficacy.

What elements are included in the organizational analysis?

All deficiencies identified during a needs analysis should be addressed through diversity training.

Diversity training at the local Y focused on correcting performance evaluation biases toward racially dissimilar others. Thus, the most appropriate focus of evaluation would be on:

Research suggests learning is most likely to take place when:

Diversity training can improve people's attitudes about diversity and their motivation. This is consistent with diversity training's effects on which of the following?

The textbook chapter outlined several advantages and drawbacks of diversity training. Which of these do you believe is most prevalent in sport organizations today? Which would have the most substantial influence?

Which of the following statements is most accurate concerning transfer of training?

Trainees are likely to be motivated to learn the material when:

Research shows there is a single model of diversity training that works for all sport organizations.

Overview of Diversity and Inclusion

Theoretical Tenets of Diversity and Inclusion

Bias

A Framework to Understand Diversity Forms

Race

Gender

Age

Disability

Weight

Religion

Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression

Social Class

Strategies for Inclusion

Change and Inclusion Through Sport

Filters

Exam 14: Diversity Training

A best practice in diversity training is to make attendance optional.

Evaluating how diversity training impacts the organization's bottom line is the easiest to collect.

What factors can managers take into account to ensure the success of the diversity training that takes place within their organization?

Most companies today either currently have diversity training initiatives or plan to implement such programs in the near future.

Women and racial minorities frequently feel blamed during diversity training.

Diversity training in college athletics is most prevalent among Division __________ athletic departments; overall, _________ percent engage in some form of diversity training.

Why is evaluation of diversity training so important? Why do more organizations not conduct such evaluations?

Which of the following is the first step in the diversity training process?

Whites and men can enhance their training effectiveness by acknowledging the role of privilege and institutionalized forms of discrimination.

Showing people that others with similar characteristics have also learned the material can increase training self-efficacy.

What elements are included in the organizational analysis?

All deficiencies identified during a needs analysis should be addressed through diversity training.

Diversity training at the local Y focused on correcting performance evaluation biases toward racially dissimilar others. Thus, the most appropriate focus of evaluation would be on:

Research suggests learning is most likely to take place when:

Diversity training can improve people's attitudes about diversity and their motivation. This is consistent with diversity training's effects on which of the following?

The textbook chapter outlined several advantages and drawbacks of diversity training. Which of these do you believe is most prevalent in sport organizations today? Which would have the most substantial influence?

Which of the following statements is most accurate concerning transfer of training?

Trainees are likely to be motivated to learn the material when:

Research shows there is a single model of diversity training that works for all sport organizations.

Overview of Diversity and Inclusion

Theoretical Tenets of Diversity and Inclusion

Bias

A Framework to Understand Diversity Forms

Race

Gender

Age

Disability

Weight

Religion

Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression

Social Class

Strategies for Inclusion

Change and Inclusion Through Sport

Filters

Diversity training in college athletics is most prevalent among Division __ athletic departments; overall, _ percent engage in some form of diversity training.