Question 1

Which of the following statements is false regarding cloud computing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cloud computing allows employees to more easily access information and training. 
B)  Cloud data can be used to store learning data in a "warehouse." 
C)  Cloud computing allows for greater artificial intelligence. 
D)  Cloud computing allows for greater access to workforce analytics tools. 
A)  Cloud computing allows employees to more easily access information and training. 
B)  Cloud data can be used to store learning data in a "warehouse." 
C)  Cloud computing allows for greater artificial intelligence. 
D)  Cloud computing allows for greater access to workforce analytics tools.

Question 2

Anderson Enterprises, an advertising firm, planned to make its communication process more effective and interviewed employees to determine the flow of information in the organization. Flow charts were then created that depicted the way information was passed on to every member in the team. They also prepared maps to show interactions among different departments. Which of the following approaches is being used?

Accepted Answer

A)  Social network analysis 
B)  Just-in-time learning 
C)  Rapid instructional design (RI
D)  
D)  Cloud computing approach 
A)  Social network analysis 
B)  Just-in-time learning 
C)  Rapid instructional design (RI
D)  
D)  Cloud computing approach

Question 3

The key decision for companies is not whether to outsource training but rather how much training to outsource.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Explain the term just-in-time learning (embedded learning). Why will it be increasingly prevalent in the future?

Accepted Answer

Just-in-time learning (or embedded learn

Question 5

_____ refers to learning that occurs on the job as needed.

Accepted Answer

A)  Augmented learning 
B)  Just-in-time learning 
C)  Mobile learning 
D)  Adventure learning 
A)  Augmented learning 
B)  Just-in-time learning 
C)  Mobile learning 
D)  Adventure learning

Question 6

Cloud computing gives companies and employees access to information through smart phones and tablets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The difference between formal training programs and embedded learning is that _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  embedded learning focuses more on long-term competencies 
B)  formal training programs include task-specific content 
C)  formal training programs focus on providing short-term knowledge 
D)  embedded learning focuses on learning that is integrated with knowledge management and occurs on the job as needed 
A)  embedded learning focuses more on long-term competencies 
B)  formal training programs include task-specific content 
C)  formal training programs focus on providing short-term knowledge 
D)  embedded learning focuses on learning that is integrated with knowledge management and occurs on the job as needed

Question 8

Which of the following statements is not true regarding learning management systems (LMSs)?

Accepted Answer

A)  LMSs provide training administration, development tools, and online training. 
B)  LMSs are moving from tracking training to a broader focus on talent management. 
C)  LMSs can include performance evaluations which can be used to identify skill gaps. 
D)  LMSs are a key component of augmented reality. 
A)  LMSs provide training administration, development tools, and online training. 
B)  LMSs are moving from tracking training to a broader focus on talent management. 
C)  LMSs can include performance evaluations which can be used to identify skill gaps. 
D)  LMSs are a key component of augmented reality.

Question 9

Employees are allowed to take funds with them from life-long learning accounts if they leave a company.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Social networking platforms will likely not become a part of learning management systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of the following is not one of the major skills and competencies discussed in the chapter needed for trainers to be successful now and in the future?

Accepted Answer

A)  Designing learning space and content in technology-driven environments 
B)  Use of multimedia tools 
C)  Delivering and packaging training in different formats for beginners and experts 
D)  Repurposing live instruction to online instruction 
A)  Designing learning space and content in technology-driven environments 
B)  Use of multimedia tools 
C)  Delivering and packaging training in different formats for beginners and experts 
D)  Repurposing live instruction to online instruction

Question 12

Social network analysis _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  is an application that suggests how to modify behavior and be more responsive to team members 
B)  provides realistic, life-sized holographic projections 
C)  identifies performance gaps or deficiencies and examines training as one possible solution 
D)  is a mapping tool that can be used to reduce costs and improve communications within an organization 
A)  is an application that suggests how to modify behavior and be more responsive to team members 
B)  provides realistic, life-sized holographic projections 
C)  identifies performance gaps or deficiencies and examines training as one possible solution 
D)  is a mapping tool that can be used to reduce costs and improve communications within an organization

Question 13

Which of the following statements about embedded learning is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  It excludes social learning. 
B)  It includes real-time content and simulations that are accessible during work and real-time collaboration in virtual workspaces. 
C)  It is independent of knowledge management. 
D)  It focuses heavily on employee development. 
A)  It excludes social learning. 
B)  It includes real-time content and simulations that are accessible during work and real-time collaboration in virtual workspaces. 
C)  It is independent of knowledge management. 
D)  It focuses heavily on employee development.

Question 14

Only employees contribute funds to life-long learning accounts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

_____ is a specification for learning technology that makes it possible to collect data about an employee's or a team's online and face-to-face learning experiences.

Accepted Answer

A)  Gamification 
B)  Tin Can API 
C)  Training Technology Enhancement 
D)  Artificial Intelligence 
A)  Gamification 
B)  Tin Can API 
C)  Training Technology Enhancement 
D)  Artificial Intelligence

Question 16

Describe what is meant by rapid instructional design (RID), and provide examples of RID strategies.

Accepted Answer

Rapid instructional design (RID) is a gr

Question 17

All of the following are examples of RID strategies except _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  combining different steps of the design process such as analyses and evaluation 
B)  conducting separate analyses of training needs and learning outcomes 
C)  developing instruction around job aides 
D)  using shortcuts, such as existing records for needs assessment 
A)  combining different steps of the design process such as analyses and evaluation 
B)  conducting separate analyses of training needs and learning outcomes 
C)  developing instruction around job aides 
D)  using shortcuts, such as existing records for needs assessment

Question 18

One principle of rapid instructional design (RID) is that the development of instructional content and process must be in close coordination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Training serves an important role in helping organizations achieve sustainability goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is a trend in the delivery of training?

Accepted Answer

A)  Managers demanding longer courses 
B)  Managers demanding that training courses include excessive expert content 
C)  Managers reducing the number of on-the-job training opportunities 
D)  Managers being asked to act as coaches to supplement training 
A)  Managers demanding longer courses 
B)  Managers demanding that training courses include excessive expert content 
C)  Managers reducing the number of on-the-job training opportunities 
D)  Managers being asked to act as coaches to supplement training

Which of the following statements is false regarding cloud computing?

The key decision for companies is not whether to outsource training but rather how much training to outsource.

Explain the term just-in-time learning (embedded learning). Why will it be increasingly prevalent in the future?

_____ refers to learning that occurs on the job as needed.

Cloud computing gives companies and employees access to information through smart phones and tablets.

The difference between formal training programs and embedded learning is that _____.

Which of the following statements is not true regarding learning management systems (LMSs)?

Employees are allowed to take funds with them from life-long learning accounts if they leave a company.

Social networking platforms will likely not become a part of learning management systems.

Which of the following is not one of the major skills and competencies discussed in the chapter needed for trainers to be successful now and in the future?

Social network analysis _____.

Which of the following statements about embedded learning is true?

Only employees contribute funds to life-long learning accounts.

_____ is a specification for learning technology that makes it possible to collect data about an employee's or a team's online and face-to-face learning experiences.

Describe what is meant by rapid instructional design (RID), and provide examples of RID strategies.

All of the following are examples of RID strategies except _____.

One principle of rapid instructional design (RID) is that the development of instructional content and process must be in close coordination.

Training serves an important role in helping organizations achieve sustainability goals.

Which of the following is a trend in the delivery of training?

Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Strategic Training

Needs Assessment

Learning and Transfer of Training

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

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Exam 11: The Future of Traini

Which of the following statements is false regarding cloud computing?

The key decision for companies is not whether to outsource training but rather how much training to outsource.

Explain the term just-in-time learning (embedded learning). Why will it be increasingly prevalent in the future?

_____ refers to learning that occurs on the job as needed.

Cloud computing gives companies and employees access to information through smart phones and tablets.

The difference between formal training programs and embedded learning is that _____.

Which of the following statements is not true regarding learning management systems (LMSs)?

Employees are allowed to take funds with them from life-long learning accounts if they leave a company.

Social networking platforms will likely not become a part of learning management systems.

Which of the following is not one of the major skills and competencies discussed in the chapter needed for trainers to be successful now and in the future?

Social network analysis _____.

Which of the following statements about embedded learning is true?

Only employees contribute funds to life-long learning accounts.

_____ is a specification for learning technology that makes it possible to collect data about an employee's or a team's online and face-to-face learning experiences.

Describe what is meant by rapid instructional design (RID), and provide examples of RID strategies.

All of the following are examples of RID strategies except _____.

One principle of rapid instructional design (RID) is that the development of instructional content and process must be in close coordination.

Training serves an important role in helping organizations achieve sustainability goals.

Which of the following is a trend in the delivery of training?

Introduction to Employee Training and Development

Strategic Training

Needs Assessment

Learning and Transfer of Training

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

Filters