Question 1

Employee training and development begins with the step of external training.

Accepted Answer

Employee training and development can begin with various steps such as a needs analysis, identifying goals and objectives, and conducting internal training programs. External training is just one of the options available and may not necessarily be the first step taken.

Question 2

Paying the tuition fee for an employee who wants to take a class in a relevant subject is considered to be an external training measure.

Accepted Answer

Paying tuition fee for an employee to take a relevant class outside of the company is considered to be an external training measure.

Question 3

Web-based training delivery is the most appropriate method for soft skills and managerial training.

Accepted Answer

Soft skills and managerial training often involve complex interpersonal interactions and nuanced behaviors best learned through face-to-face engagement, role-playing, and direct feedback, which can be challenging to replicate effectively in a web-based format.

Question 4

A colleague with the right personality and good experience in the job can serve as a good mentor.

Accepted Answer

A mentor with the right personality and experience can provide valuable guidance and support to their mentee.

Question 5

Asynchronous web-based training has no instructor facilitating the course.

Accepted Answer

Asynchronous web-based training is self-paced and does not have a live instructor facilitating the course.

Question 6

Job shadowing is a training delivery method where two employees agree to change jobs for a period of time.

Accepted Answer

Job shadowing is a training method where an employee observes another employee's job to learn about a specific role, rather than swapping jobs.

Question 7

Quality training is especially important in production-focused businesses.

Accepted Answer

Quality training helps to ensure that employees are properly trained and equipped to produce high-quality products, which is crucial for success in production-focused businesses.

Question 8

International Organization for Standardization is the main federal agency responsible for enforcement of safety and health regulation in the United States.

Accepted Answer

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is not a federal agency in the United States and is not responsible for enforcement of safety and health regulation. The main federal agency responsible for enforcement of safety and health regulation in the U.S. is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Question 9

Different types of training required for one job should ideally be combined into one framework.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Team training is the training that helps an employee to update his professional skills.

Accepted Answer

Team training focuses on improving the performance and collaboration of a team as a whole, rather than updating an individual employee's professional skills.

Question 11

Job shadowing is the systematic movement of employees from job to job within an organization,so they can gain a variety of experiences and move up in the organization.

Accepted Answer

Job shadowing involves an employee or student following and observing a professional at work to gain insight into a particular job or industry, rather than moving from job to job within an organization.

Question 12

Job swapping offers a unique benefit of motivating employees by providing a change of scenery.

Accepted Answer

Job swapping allows employees to experience new roles and responsibilities, which can renew their motivation by offering fresh challenges and opportunities for growth.

Question 13

On-the-job coaching is normally conducted externally.

Accepted Answer

On-the-job coaching is normally conducted internally, by a supervisor or manager who has experience and knowledge related to the job duties.

Question 14

One model to measure effectiveness of training is Hackman and Oldham's model.

Accepted Answer

Hackman and Oldham's model is a model of job design, not a model to measure effectiveness of training.

Question 15

When employee performance is used to determine what the training needs are,it is termed as individual assessment.

Accepted Answer

Individual assessment involves evaluating an employee's performance to identify gaps and determine their training needs.

Question 16

A learning objective reflects what the learner should be able to do,explain,or demonstrate at the end of the training period.

Accepted Answer

A learning objective is a statement that describes what the learner will be able to do or know after completing a training session or program. It is a measurable and specific statement that outlines the desired outcome of the training.

Question 17

The step of employee orientation,if conducted efficiently,can help reduce turnover rates.

Accepted Answer

Employee orientation helps new employees to understand the company's culture, expectations, policies, and procedures. It also gives them a chance to ask questions and feel comfortable in their new work environment. By providing a positive orientation experience, employees are more likely to stay with the company, reducing turnover rates.

Question 18

Web-based training is also known as near site training.

Accepted Answer

Web-based training (WBT) is a form of distance learning conducted over the internet or corporate intranet. It is not necessarily limited to a near site location.

Question 19

Most individuals use only the auditory type of learning style.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that individuals have different learning styles, which include visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. While some individuals may have a preference for auditory learning, it is not accurate to say that most individuals only use this learning style. It is important to recognize and accommodate for different learning styles to promote effective learning.

Question 20

People's time spent in training is an indirect cost of training that must be budgeted.

Accepted Answer

Time spent in training is a cost that is often overlooked but must be budgeted for in order to accurately assess the total cost of training. This includes both the time spent by the trainee as well as any time spent by trainers or other staff involved in the training process.

Quiz 8: Training and Development