Deck 7: Traditional Training Methods

Question 1

Development of effective self-directed learning typically begins with:

A) writing trainee-centered learning objectives directly related to the tasks.
B) conducting a job analysis to identify the tasks that must be covered.
C) developing content for the learning package.
D) developing an evaluation package.

Answer 1

B

Question 2

_____ is an example of context-based learning created and guided by companies.

A) Lecture
B) Mentoring
C) Coaching
D) Simulation

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true of on-the-job training (OJT)?

A) It is a type of formal training.
B) OJT cannot be used for training newly hired employees.
C) Skills learned in OJT are easily transferred to the job.
D) OJT results in companies incurring high costs on materials and trainers' salary.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Vicarious reinforcement is most relevant to _____.

A) simulations
B) behavior modeling
C) case studies
D) lectures

Question 5

Lecture as a presentation method:

A) emphasizes active trainee involvement and feedback.
B) is an expensive and time-consuming way to communicate information.
C) can be easily employed with large groups of trainees.
D) allows for strong connection to the work environment and easy transfer of training.

Question 6

Which of the following is a presentation method of training?

A) On-the-job training
B) Lecture
C) Simulation
D) Case study

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true of key behaviors in behavior modeling?

A) In behavior modeling, key behaviors can be performed in any order for a task to be completed.
B) The development of general key behaviors promotes far transfer of training.
C) People learning interpersonal skills must develop more specific key behaviors rather than general key behaviors.
D) Effective modeling displays present models engaging in positive use of key behaviors but not negative use.

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true of the simulation training method?

A) Simulations cannot be used to teach management and interpersonal skills.
B) Simulators are inexpensive to develop.
C) Simulators need a one-time information update about the work environment.
D) Simulators need to have elements identical to those found in the work environment.

Question 9

Which of the following training methods involve assisting a certified tradesperson at the work site?

A) Apprenticeships
B) Simulations
C) Business games
D) Role plays

Question 10

Which of the following requires least participation from trainees?

A) Apprenticeship
B) Case study
C) Simulation
D) Audiovisual instruction

Question 11

Key behavior practice sessions are most effective when they allow trainees to practice the behaviors _____.

A) multiple times
B) in a large group
C) in a group where evaluation apprehension is high
D) without any feedback

Question 12

_____ is based on the principles of social learning theory.

A) Standard lecture training
B) Simulation
C) Behavior modeling
D) Social media learning

Question 13

_____ is a group building method that may include customers and vendors,and addresses problems such as how to change the business and develop global leaders.

A) Action learning
B) Adventure learning
C) Cross training
D) Guided team self-correction

Question 14

Which of the following is the first stage of an experiential learning training program?

A) Take part in a behavioral simulation.
B) Analyze the activity.
C) Gain conceptual knowledge and theory.
D) Connect the theory and activity with on-the-job or real-life situations.

Question 15

A case study:

A) is a training method that replicates a physical equipment that employees use on a job.
B) is a description about how employees or an organization dealt with a difficult situation.
C) involves assisting a certified tradesperson (a journey worker) at the work site.
D) involves observing peers performing a job and then trying to imitate their behavior.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true of learning through videos?

A) When trainees learn through videos they have no control over their learning.
B) Video requires great knowledge of technology and equipment.
C) Trainees have access to videos even after a training session.
D) Program content in videos is affected by the interests and goals of the trainer.

Question 17

Which of the following methods allows employees to take responsibility for all aspects of learning,including when it is conducted and who will be involved in it?

A) Self-directed learning
B) Lecture
C) Apprenticeship
D) Business game

Question 18

_____ refers to the training that a team manager or facilitator receives and involves training them on ways to resolve conflict within the team.

A) Guided team self-correction
B) Scenario-based training
C) Team leader training
D) Cross training

Question 19

Which of the following statements is true of business games?

A) Business games are non-competitive.
B) In business games, trainees know for certain the consequences of their actions.
C) There are no limitations for participant behavior in business games.
D) In business games, several alternative courses of action are available to trainees.

Question 20

_____ best prepares team members to step in and take the place of a member who may temporarily or permanently leave the team.

A) Guided team self-correction
B) Cross training
C) Coordination training
D) Scenario-based training

Question 21

Behavior modeling is more appropriate for teaching factual information or knowledge than for teaching interpersonal skills.

Question 22

Which of the following training methods is best suited for attitude learning outcomes?

A) On-the-job training
B) Self-directed learning
C) Apprenticeship
D) Role play

Question 23

Lecture is one of the most expensive and time-consuming training method.

Question 24

If companies have a limited budget for developing new training methods,the most appropriate hands-on training method will be _____.

A) simulation
B) team training
C) on-the-job training
D) action learning

Question 25

Six Sigma and Kaizen,black belt training programs,involve principles of:

A) adventure learning.
B) action learning.
C) vicarious reinforcement.
D) social learning theory.

Question 26

Case study is inappropriate for developing higher-order intellectual skills such as analysis,synthesis,and evaluation.

Question 27

The competencies that are developed through social learning are typically not necessary for successful performance of one's job.

Question 28

In a role play,outcomes depend on the emotional reactions of other trainees.

Question 29

Apprenticeships provide guarantee that jobs will be available to the trainee when the program is completed.

Question 30

Social contextual learning consists of formal training activities designed and developed by a company.

Question 31

Presentation methods are methods in which trainees are active participants in training.

Question 32

Business games mimic the competitive nature of business.

Question 33

On-the-job training is considered informal because it does not occur as part of a training program.

Question 34

Hands-on methods are training methods that do not require a trainee to be actively involved in learning.

Question 35

On-the-job training needs huge investment in time and money for materials,the trainer's salary,and instructional design.

Question 36

The first and the most important step in choosing a training method is to identify the:

A) cost related to the training method.
B) type of learning outcome the training should influence.
C) effectiveness rating of the training method.
D) time required to complete the training method.

Question 37

Which of the following statements with regard to comparison of training methods is true?

A) There is considerable overlap between learning outcomes across the training methods.
B) Group building methods focus solely on team learning and not on individual learning.
C) Presentation methods provide a better learning environment and transfer of training than the hands-on methods.
D) Companies that have a larger budget for training programs should choose a presentation method over a hands-on method.

Question 38

In self-directed learning,trainers do not control or disseminate instruction.

Question 39

A potential disadvantage of a panel is that trainees who are relatively naive about a topic may have difficulty understanding the important points.

Question 40

Context-based learning is unique to an employee's needs.

Question 41

What should an effective on-the-job (OJT)training program include?

Question 42

What activities do trainers need to engage before,during,and after a role play to make it effective?

Question 43

Presentation methods of training are more effective than the hands-on methods.

Question 44

Effective modeling displays presents models engaging in both positive use of key behaviors and negative use.

Question 45

Group building methods focus on individual as well as team learning.

Question 46

Elaborate the process used for case development.

Question 47

Write a note on Kaizen.

Question 48

In behavior modeling,key behaviors are typically performed in a specific order for a task to be completed.

Question 49

Mention the six characteristics of effective modeling displays.

Question 50

People learning interpersonal skills must develop specific key behaviors that are explained in great detail.