Enablement Frameworks & Theories Trivia

How many levels are there in the Kirkpatrick Model?

• 4

• 5

• 3

• 8

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 4!

Reaction: Did participants find the training favorable, engaging, and relevant to their jobs?

Learning: Did learners aqcuire the intended knowledge, skills, attitude, confidence, and commitment based on their participation in the training?

Behavior: Did participants apply what they learned during training when they are back on the job?

Results: Did the desired outcomes occur as a result of the training?

What is the ADDIE Model used for in Enablement?

• Process Mapping

• Measuring the impact of a learning program

• A framework for instructional design and course development

• Collecting feedback from stakeholders

Answer explanation

The correct answer is C!

ADDIE is an instructional design framework used to develop courses.

Which of the following is NOT a phase of the ADDIE model?

• Analyze

• Design

• Evaluate

• Iterate

Answer explanation

The correct answer is D - Iterate is NOT a phase of the ADDIE Model.

The phases of the ADDIE Model are:

Analyze - gathering data and identifying goals, audience, requirements

Design - defining the specific, measurable actions or activities a learner needs to perform in order to achieve the desired program outcomes; arranging an outline of content to support the learner's journey

Develop - creating the learning materials that will be used, and validating with stakeholders that the materials meet requirements gathered in "Analyze"

Implement - launching your end "product" to learners!

Evaluate - collect qualitative and quantitative data to measure the impact of the content and identify any remaining gaps.

How can Enablement demonstrate "significance and relevance" for adult learners? (Knowles Theory)

• Ask their boss what their knowledge gaps are

• Define what the audience is learning and why from the get-go

• Create a slide deck for every training

• Bring in a famous outside speaker to make the training fun

Answer explanation

Knowles' theory says:

Adults are more likely to engage with training when they understand, from the get-go, what they’re expected to learn and why. This is perhaps one of the most important principles of adult learning theory – for information to stick, the learner must find it to be both significant and relevant. 

Enablement should state the purpose of a training early on. Then, throughout any activity, look for ways to highlight the relevance of the learning to the learner's job and business objectives.

According to Knowles’ adult learning theory, because adults have the ability to direct their own learning, they should be offered the option to do so. Adults don’t like to be taught – they’d rather learn by taking an active role in the activity.

What is this called?

• "BYOB" - Be your own boss

• DIY training

• Self-directed learning

• Asynchronous learning

Answer explanation

The correct answer is C, self directed learning!

According to Knowles' adult learning theory, "Self directed learning requires that trainers and L&D professionals give up some control. Instead of heavily scripting every learning event, they might offer a bank of self-directed learning resources" or create opportunities for learners to actively participate in an activity.

What are some ways Enablement can create a more self-directed learning environment? (Select ALL that apply!)

• Design "discussion prompts" for classroom-style training

• Design hands-on practice activities to try in eLearning

• Add games, like trivia or matching activities, to knowledge checks

• Talk through everything they might run into in a slide deck, and save questions for the end

Answer explanation

The correct answers are A, B, and C!

Because adults are self-directed learners, they need a learning environment where they can discuss scenarios and draw from their own experience, get hands on practice, and stay highly engaged throughout a learning activity.

This is especially true for live training. If we are going to schedule classroom training with a team, we should be mindful to keep learners engaged and design an experience that is self-directed whenever possible.

What is a synonym for "adult learning"

• Andragogy

• Pantheon

• Destinesia

• Pedagogy

Answer explanation

The correct answer is A, andragogy!

(According to Reader's Digest, "Destinesia" is when you get to where you intended to go but forget why you wanted to go there.)

Knowles' theory says adults learn best when they’re in a more informal, collaborative environment. Research shows learners who interact with their peers during a training tend to be more engaged than those who don’t.

How can Enablement encourage a "cooperative learning environment"? (Select all that apply)

• Utilize breakout rooms in training

• Design team-based activities, like group scavenger hunts or brackets

• Create asynchronous spaces where people can crowd source help from their peers, like a group slack channel

• Call on the most knowledgeable person in the room for every question, so you know they'll answer right

Answer explanation

The correct answers are A, B, and C!

These 3 examples promote collaboration and cooperation with peers.

The 4th option singles someone out, and might discourage other audience members from participating.

When was the Kirkpatrick Model invented?

• 1971

• 1959

• 1848

• 1908

Answer explanation

The correct answer is B, 1959!

Dr. Donald L Kirkpatrick, former Professor Emeritus at the University of Wisconsin, first published his model in 1959. He updated it in 1975, and again in 1993, when he published his best-known work, "Evaluating Training Programs."

2012 is the year the Mars Rover landed on Mars

1848 is the year gold was discovered in California

1908 is the year the Model T was introduced

True or False: Knowing the "learning and development landscape" and using these theories to inform our decisions is on the Enablement Competency Matrix at BILL?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

True!

Knowing L&D theories, frameworks, and trends and using that knowledge to inform decision-making is an important part of all of our roles.