Exam 6: Training Evaluation

Which training outcome relates to trainees providing feedback about their satisfaction with a trainer?

Compare and contrast reaction and affective learning outcomes. Be sure to define each to demonstrate your understanding of these concepts.

The Hawthorne effect refers to employees performing at a low level because of the attention they receive.

In the context of big data, _____ refers to the huge amount of data that is being generated and the speed with which it must be evaluated, captured, and made useful.

Formative evaluation involves collecting data about a training program from trainees mainly through _____.

Identify the circumstances when a company should consider employing a more rigorous design for evaluating a training program.

In the context of big data, _____ refers to the large number of sources and types of data.

The Solomon four-group design combines the pre-test/post-test comparison group and the post-test-only control group design.

What are the characteristics of big data? Explain how big data could be used to show that learning influences business outcomes.

Evaluation designs without pre-test or comparison groups are most appropriate when companies are interested in determining how much change has occurred in trainees.

The believability of study results refers to external validity.