Question 1

After training,______ evaluations try to determine whether or not individual behavioral changes have improved productivity.
A) results
B) behavior
C) emotional
D) ability

Accepted Answer

Results evaluations are used to measure the impact of training on productivity. These evaluations assess the individual’s ability to translate learned skills into improved performance in the workplace. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Question 2

______ training is generally very good for consistently transferring knowledge about a topic to many people.
A) Job instructional training
B) Classroom
C) On-the-job training
D) Distance

Accepted Answer

Classroom training allows for a structured and systematic approach to teaching a topic, ensuring that knowledge is consistently transferred to a large group of people. This type of training is effective for topics that do not require hands-on experience or application in a real-world setting.

Question 3

On-the-job training is done at the ______ with the resources the employee uses to perform the job.
A) assessment center
B) classroom
C) work site
D) training facility

Accepted Answer

On-the-job training is done at the work site, where the employee uses the actual resources and the environment they will be working in to learn and perform their job duties. Assessment centers and training facilities are not typically where on-the-job training would take place, and while classroom training can be beneficial for some aspects of job training, it is not considered on-the-job training.

Question 4

______ has four steps: Step 1: Preparation of the trainee,Step 2: Presentation of the task by the trainer,Step 3: Performance of the task by the trainee,Step 4: Follow-up.
A) Distance learning
B) On-the-job training
C) Job instructional training
D) Simulations

Accepted Answer

The four steps described match the process of Job Instructional Training, which focuses on preparing trainees, presenting the task by the trainer, letting the trainee perform the task, and providing follow-up feedback. Distance learning, on-the-job training, and simulations may have different processes and steps involved.

Question 5

Jason is looking for a method of training his employees that will provide hands-on experience and allow for the instructor to customize the training to each employee's needs.Jason's best choice of training method would be ______ training.
A) on-the-job
B) classroom
C) distance
D) simulation

Accepted Answer

On-the-job training would provide hands-on experience and the instructor would have the ability to customize the training to each employee's specific needs. Classroom training and distance learning are not as conducive to hands-on learning or individual customization. Simulation training may provide some hands-on experience, but it may not allow for the same level of customization as on-the-job training.

Question 6

With ______ training,the organization will create a training course-including content,instruction methods,lesson plans,and instructor materials-and provide all these materials to a qualified instructor who will teach the class.
A) classroom
B) simulations
C) distance
D) on-the-job

Accepted Answer

Classroom training involves traditional in-person teaching and learning sessions. This training format allows organizations to create a comprehensive training course, including content, instructional methods, lesson plans, and instructor materials, and provide these materials to a qualified instructor who will teach the class in a physical classroom environment. Classroom training is useful for providing hands-on and interactive learning experiences, promoting collaboration and teamwork, and facilitating immediate feedback and discussion among learners.

Question 7

Anya is looking for a method of training her employees that will provide consistent knowledge and information about company policies to a large number of people.Anya's best choice of training method would be ______ training.
A) on-the-job
B) classroom
C) distance
D) simulation

Accepted Answer

Classroom training is the most effective method for delivering consistent knowledge and information about company policies to a large number of people simultaneously, ensuring uniform understanding across the workforce.

Question 8

After training,______ evaluations are designed to determine whether or not the trainee's on-the-job behaviors changed as a result of the training.
A) emotional
B) career
C) behavior
D) ability

Accepted Answer

Behavior evaluations are designed to assess changes in on-the-job behaviors following training. Emotional evaluations assess feelings and attitudes, career evaluations assess growth and advancement opportunities, and ability evaluations assess skills and knowledge before and after training.

Question 9

A ______ is a training method that simulates a real-life situation to teach students what actions to take in the event that they encounter a similar situation on the job.
A) selection
B) simulation
C) competency
D) reinforcement

Accepted Answer

A simulation is a training method that replicates a real-life situation to teach students what actions to take in the event that they encounter a similar situation on the job. This type of training allows individuals to practice their skills and decision-making abilities in a safe, controlled environment without the risk of real-world consequences.

Question 10

When Laura started working in the accounting department,she felt like her boss hovered over her all day and constantly double checked her work.As a result,Laura made sure she always did her work exactly as her boss would like and that she double checked everything so her boss would find no errors.Eventually,she found that her boss stopped hovering and double checking her work.What Laura experienced was ______.
A) positive reinforcement
B) extinction
C) punishment
D) negative reinforcement

Accepted Answer

Laura's behavior of doing her work exactly as her boss wanted and double checking everything led to the removal of her boss's negative behavior of hovering over her and double checking her work. This removal of negative behavior is an example of negative reinforcement.

Question 11

Jenna is looking for a method of training her employees that will allow them to learn at their own pace and will not disrupt the work environment.Jenna's best choice of training method would be ______ training.
A) on-the-job
B) classroom
C) distance
D) simulation

Accepted Answer

Distance training allows employees to learn at their own pace and on their own time, without disrupting the work environment. This can be done through online courses or virtual classrooms, which allows employees to access training materials from anywhere with an internet connection. It also allows for flexibility in scheduling, which can be beneficial for employees with busy work schedules.

Question 12

______ learning styles provide three primary learner options: visual,auditory,and tactile learning.
A) Extinction
B) Fleming
C) Kolb
D) Social

Accepted Answer

Fleming's VARK model categorizes learning styles into Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, and Kinesthetic, where the first three directly correspond to visual, auditory, and tactile (kinesthetic) learning preferences.

Question 13

Learning evaluations are measures designed to determine what ______ the individual gained.
A) fitness
B) knowledge
C) competency
D) culture

Accepted Answer

Learning evaluations are designed to measure the knowledge gained by the individual. Fitness, competency, and culture are not directly related to the purpose of learning evaluations.

Question 14

______ learning is a process in which the student can sign in to the training site at any point in time and materials are available for their studies.The instructor may or may not be online at the same time.
A) Asynchronous distance
B) On-the-job training
C) Classroom
D) Job instructional training

Accepted Answer

Asynchronous distance learning allows for flexibility in when students can access course materials and does not require the instructor to be online at the same time. On-the-job training, classroom learning, and job instructional training typically have more structured schedules and require the instructor/trainer to be present during training sessions.

Question 15

Allie is showing Nadim how to process certain types of laboratory specimens.Allie always works one-on-one with new hire employees.Nadim and Allie are engaged in a training activity known as ______.
A) distance training
B) classroom training
C) on-the-job training
D) simulation training

Accepted Answer

Allie and Nadim are engaged in on-the-job training, which involves hands-on learning and instruction in the actual workplace environment.

Question 16

______ learning is a specific kind of distance learning in which individuals go completely at their own pace and are able to study topics they think they need to study.
A) Classroom
B) Distance
C) Self-directed
D) Job instructional training

Accepted Answer

Self-directed learning is a form of distance learning in which the learner has control over the pace and content of their study. The other choices are not specific to this type of learning. Classroom learning occurs in an in-person setting, often with a teacher or instructor leading the class. Distance learning can take many forms, but typically involves learning remotely with some level of teacher or institutional support. Job instructional training focuses on specific job-related skills and may or may not involve a classroom or distance learning component. None of these options match the description of self-directed learning as closely as option C.

Question 17

Patrico is looking for a method of training his employees for complex situations.He would like a method that allows employees to try out experimental solutions to a problem and receive feedback on how they did.Patrico's best choice of training method would be ______ training.
A) on-the-job
B) classroom
C) distance
D) simulation

Accepted Answer

Simulation training allows employees to try out experimental solutions to a problem and receive feedback on how they did. It is a safe and controlled environment for employees to practice complex situations and learn from their mistakes. On-the-job training may not be suitable for complex situations as it can be risky and potentially harmful to the employee and others. Classroom and distance training may not provide the same level of hands-on experience and feedback as simulation training.

Question 18

Despite the expense,many organizations still use ______ heavily because it works very well.
A) simulations
B) on-the-job training
C) job instructional training
D) e-learning

Accepted Answer

Despite the cost, many organizations still use on-the-job training heavily because it is an effective training method. This type of training provides hands-on experience and allows employees to learn and apply new skills in a real-life work setting. Additionally, on-the-job training can be customized to specific job roles and tasks, making it a valuable tool for employee development.

Question 19

______ learning occurs when all of the trainees sign in to a particular learning management system,such as Blackboard,where their instructor then interacts with them.
A) Classroom
B) Synchronous distance
C) Job Instructional training
D) On-the-job training

Accepted Answer

Synchronous distance learning is a form of distance learning where the instructor and trainees communicate in real-time via a learning management system, such as Blackboard. The trainees can participate from any location with an internet connection, but they all sign in at the same time to engage in synchronous learning. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Question 20

After training,______ evaluations measure how the individual responds to the actual training process.
A) competency
B) extinct
C) reaction
D) plateau

Accepted Answer

Reaction evaluations measure how the individual responds to the actual training process. Competency evaluations assess the individual's knowledge and skills after training, while extinct and plateau are not related to training evaluations.

Quiz 7: Learning and Development

After training,______ evaluations try to determine whether or not individual behavioral changes have improved productivity.

______ training is generally very good for consistently transferring knowledge about a topic to many people.

On-the-job training is done at the ______ with the resources the employee uses to perform the job.

______ has four steps: Step 1: Preparation of the trainee,Step 2: Presentation of the task by the trainer,Step 3: Performance of the task by the trainee,Step 4: Follow-up.

Jason is looking for a method of training his employees that will provide hands-on experience and allow for the instructor to customize the training to each employee's needs.Jason's best choice of training method would be ______ training.

With ______ training,the organization will create a training course-including content,instruction methods,lesson plans,and instructor materials-and provide all these materials to a qualified instructor who will teach the class.

Anya is looking for a method of training her employees that will provide consistent knowledge and information about company policies to a large number of people.Anya's best choice of training method would be ______ training.

After training,______ evaluations are designed to determine whether or not the trainee's on-the-job behaviors changed as a result of the training.

A ______ is a training method that simulates a real-life situation to teach students what actions to take in the event that they encounter a similar situation on the job.

Jenna is looking for a method of training her employees that will allow them to learn at their own pace and will not disrupt the work environment.Jenna's best choice of training method would be ______ training.

______ learning styles provide three primary learner options: visual,auditory,and tactile learning.

Learning evaluations are measures designed to determine what ______ the individual gained.

______ learning is a process in which the student can sign in to the training site at any point in time and materials are available for their studies.The instructor may or may not be online at the same time.

Allie is showing Nadim how to process certain types of laboratory specimens.Allie always works one-on-one with new hire employees.Nadim and Allie are engaged in a training activity known as ______.

______ learning is a specific kind of distance learning in which individuals go completely at their own pace and are able to study topics they think they need to study.

Patrico is looking for a method of training his employees for complex situations.He would like a method that allows employees to try out experimental solutions to a problem and receive feedback on how they did.Patrico's best choice of training method would be ______ training.

Despite the expense,many organizations still use ______ heavily because it works very well.

______ learning occurs when all of the trainees sign in to a particular learning management system,such as Blackboard,where their instructor then interacts with them.

After training,______ evaluations measure how the individual responds to the actual training process.