Question 1

Lapses that inhibit transfer of training typically take place when trainees:

Accepted Answer

A)  use previously learned, less effective capabilities instead of applying the capabilities emphasized in the training program. 
B)  make performance of a task, recall of knowledge, or demonstration of a skill so automatic that it requires little thought or attention. 
C)  complete practice exercises at one time within a lesson or class rather than distributing the exercises within the lesson. 
D)  identify learned material in long-term memory and use it to influence performance. 
A)  use previously learned, less effective capabilities instead of applying the capabilities emphasized in the training program. 
B)  make performance of a task, recall of knowledge, or demonstration of a skill so automatic that it requires little thought or attention. 
C)  complete practice exercises at one time within a lesson or class rather than distributing the exercises within the lesson. 
D)  identify learned material in long-term memory and use it to influence performance.

Question 2

In expectancy theory,a belief that performing a given behavior is associated with a particular outcome is called _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  valence 
B)  instrumentality 
C)  maintenance 
D)  generalizing 
A)  valence 
B)  instrumentality 
C)  maintenance 
D)  generalizing

Question 3

According to the _____ theory,models' behavior or skill that is rewarded is adopted by an observer.

Accepted Answer

A)  information processing 
B)  social learning 
C)  expectancy 
D)  goal setting 
A)  information processing 
B)  social learning 
C)  expectancy 
D)  goal setting

Question 4

Less specific feedback provide trainees with better opportunities to learn compared to highly specific feedback.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Good decisiveness,practical application of ideas,and hypothetical deductive reasoning are learning characteristics of individuals in the _____ learning style.

Accepted Answer

A)  converger 
B)  diverger 
C)  assimilator 
D)  accommodator 
A)  converger 
B)  diverger 
C)  assimilator 
D)  accommodator

Question 6

List some useful techniques for convincing trainees that the training program content is meaningful.

Accepted Answer

Some useful techniques for convincing tr

Question 7

According to the _____,transfer will be maximized to the degree that the tasks,materials,equipment,and other characteristics of the learning environment are similar to those encountered in the work environment.

Accepted Answer

A)  theory of identical elements 
B)  stimulus generalization approach 
C)  cognitive theory of transfer 
D)  information processing theory 
A)  theory of identical elements 
B)  stimulus generalization approach 
C)  cognitive theory of transfer 
D)  information processing theory

Question 8

Expectancy is similar to self-efficacy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is a disadvantage of communities of practice (COPs)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Employees are reluctant to participate without an incentive and fear sharing their knowledge with others. 
B)  They are not naturally occurring in companies; hence, they have to be forced. 
C)  Social interaction is discouraged; hence, learning occurs off the job. 
D)  They make it tedious for employees to share best practices, learn from one another, and improve business processes. 
A)  Employees are reluctant to participate without an incentive and fear sharing their knowledge with others. 
B)  They are not naturally occurring in companies; hence, they have to be forced. 
C)  Social interaction is discouraged; hence, learning occurs off the job. 
D)  They make it tedious for employees to share best practices, learn from one another, and improve business processes.

Question 10

The objective of training should not describe performance that cannot be observed,such as "understand" or "know."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Learner-learner interaction is most appropriate when learners have to:

Accepted Answer

A)  master a task that is completed alone. 
B)  maximize their critical thinking and analysis skills. 
C)  acquire personal knowledge based on experience. 
D)  enhance their self-awareness and self-assessment. 
A)  master a task that is completed alone. 
B)  maximize their critical thinking and analysis skills. 
C)  acquire personal knowledge based on experience. 
D)  enhance their self-awareness and self-assessment.

Question 12

The learning cycle for a trainee begins with a(n)_____.

Accepted Answer

A)  reflective observation 
B)  concrete experience 
C)  abstract conceptualization 
D)  active experimentation 
A)  reflective observation 
B)  concrete experience 
C)  abstract conceptualization 
D)  active experimentation

Question 13

Behavior modification is a training method that is primarily based on _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  goal setting theory 
B)  information processing theory 
C)  expectancy theory 
D)  reinforcement theory 
A)  goal setting theory 
B)  information processing theory 
C)  expectancy theory 
D)  reinforcement theory

Question 14

Which of the following statements is true of training?

Accepted Answer

A)  Recognizing employees' preferences regarding how they want to learn is not advisable in training. 
B)  It is important to realize that for training to be effective, both learning and transfer of training are needed. 
C)  Transfer of training is to be considered only after the completion of training. 
D)  Transfer of training involves having employees who already have mastered the learning outcomes demonstrate them for trainees. 
A)  Recognizing employees' preferences regarding how they want to learn is not advisable in training. 
B)  It is important to realize that for training to be effective, both learning and transfer of training are needed. 
C)  Transfer of training is to be considered only after the completion of training. 
D)  Transfer of training involves having employees who already have mastered the learning outcomes demonstrate them for trainees.

Question 15

What does training administration involve?

Accepted Answer

Training coordination is one of several

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of the internal conditions necessary for learning outcomes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Providing trainees opportunities to practice new skills. 
B)  Strong message provided to trainees from credible source. 
C)  Verbal description of strategy. 
D)  Recall of prerequisites, similar tasks, and strategies. 
A)  Providing trainees opportunities to practice new skills. 
B)  Strong message provided to trainees from credible source. 
C)  Verbal description of strategy. 
D)  Recall of prerequisites, similar tasks, and strategies.

Question 17

Most educational theories have been developed exclusively to educate children and youths.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

_____ refers to the learner's involvement with the training material and assessing their progress toward learning.

Accepted Answer

A)  Automatization 
B)  Self-regulation 
C)  Elaboration 
D)  Generalization 
A)  Automatization 
B)  Self-regulation 
C)  Elaboration 
D)  Generalization

Question 19

Instruction refers to the trainer's manipulation of the environment in order to help trainees learn.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What are communities of practice (COPs)? What are its drawbacks?

Accepted Answer

Communities of practice (COPs)refers to

Lapses that inhibit transfer of training typically take place when trainees:

In expectancy theory,a belief that performing a given behavior is associated with a particular outcome is called _____.

According to the _____ theory,models' behavior or skill that is rewarded is adopted by an observer.

Less specific feedback provide trainees with better opportunities to learn compared to highly specific feedback.

Good decisiveness,practical application of ideas,and hypothetical deductive reasoning are learning characteristics of individuals in the _____ learning style.

List some useful techniques for convincing trainees that the training program content is meaningful.

According to the _____,transfer will be maximized to the degree that the tasks,materials,equipment,and other characteristics of the learning environment are similar to those encountered in the work environment.

Expectancy is similar to self-efficacy.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of communities of practice (COPs)?

The objective of training should not describe performance that cannot be observed,such as "understand" or "know."

Learner-learner interaction is most appropriate when learners have to:

The learning cycle for a trainee begins with a(n)_____.

Behavior modification is a training method that is primarily based on _____.

Which of the following statements is true of training?

What does training administration involve?

Which of the following is an example of the internal conditions necessary for learning outcomes?

Most educational theories have been developed exclusively to educate children and youths.

_____ refers to the learner's involvement with the training material and assessing their progress toward learning.

Instruction refers to the trainer's manipulation of the environment in order to help trainees learn.

What are communities of practice (COPs)? What are its drawbacks?

Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Strategic Training

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Program Design

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Traditional Training Methods

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Exam 4: Learning and Transfer of Training

Lapses that inhibit transfer of training typically take place when trainees:

In expectancy theory,a belief that performing a given behavior is associated with a particular outcome is called _____.

According to the _____ theory,models' behavior or skill that is rewarded is adopted by an observer.

Less specific feedback provide trainees with better opportunities to learn compared to highly specific feedback.

Good decisiveness,practical application of ideas,and hypothetical deductive reasoning are learning characteristics of individuals in the _____ learning style.

List some useful techniques for convincing trainees that the training program content is meaningful.

According to the _____,transfer will be maximized to the degree that the tasks,materials,equipment,and other characteristics of the learning environment are similar to those encountered in the work environment.

Expectancy is similar to self-efficacy.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of communities of practice (COPs)?

The objective of training should not describe performance that cannot be observed,such as "understand" or "know."

Learner-learner interaction is most appropriate when learners have to:

The learning cycle for a trainee begins with a(n)_____.

Behavior modification is a training method that is primarily based on _____.

Which of the following statements is true of training?

What does training administration involve?

Which of the following is an example of the internal conditions necessary for learning outcomes?

Most educational theories have been developed exclusively to educate children and youths.

_____ refers to the learner's involvement with the training material and assessing their progress toward learning.

Instruction refers to the trainer's manipulation of the environment in order to help trainees learn.

What are communities of practice (COPs)? What are its drawbacks?

Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Strategic Training

Needs Assessment

Program Design

Training Evaluation

Traditional Training Methods

Technology-Based Training Methods

Employee Development and Career Management

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

The Future of Training and Development

Filters