Chapter 4 T&D

What does 'learning' refer to in the context of training?

• A temporary change in behavior

• A relatively permanent change in human capabilities

• A decrease in job performance

• An increase in training costs

What is 'transfer' in the context of training?

• The ability to memorize training content

• Applying what trainees have learned to their jobs

• The process of creating training materials

• The evaluation of training effectiveness

Which type of skills involve responding to predictable situations?

• Open Skills

• Adaptive Skills

• Complex Skills

• Closed Skills

What is a key feature of promoting transfer for closed skills?

• Encouraging experimentation

• Teaching general principles

• Allowing mistakes without punishment

• Providing detailed checklists

What does the theory of identical elements suggest?

• Training should focus on open skills only

• 
• Training should be completely different from the work environment

• Transfer is maximized when training tasks are similar to work tasks

What is 'microlearning'?

• A type of group training

• Training delivered in long sessions

• Training delivered in small, engaging chunks

• A method of memorizing content

What is the benefit of spaced practice over massed practice?

• It requires less time

• It is more effective for retention

• It is easier to implement

• It focuses on memorization only

25+37=

• 52

• 62

• 53

• 63

What is the role of overlearning in practice?

• To eliminate the need for feedback

• To focus solely on theoretical knowledge

• To ensure mastery beyond the point of initial learning

• To reduce the time spent on training

What is the importance of meaningful content in training?

• 
• It should focus on theoretical concepts only

• It should be linked to job experiences

• It should be unrelated to the job