Personal Effectiveness Workshop 3- Learning Check 3

What does the 70 in the 70:20:10 model represent?

• Social learning from peers

• Experiential, on-the-job learning

• Formal training

• Personal reflection

Answer explanation

The 70 in the 70:20:10 model represents experiential, on-the-job learning, which emphasizes that most learning occurs through practical experience rather than formal training or social interactions.

Which of these is a common barrier to professional development?

• Managerial support

• Lack of time due to workload

• Access to CPD portals

• Clear goals

Answer explanation

A common barrier to professional development is the lack of time due to workload. When employees are overwhelmed with tasks, they often struggle to find time for training and skill enhancement.

What strategy helps overcome the barrier of limited training budgets?

• Avoiding development altogether

• Using free webinars and in-house mentoring

• Relying only on expensive conferences

• Postponing CPD indefinitely

Answer explanation

Using free webinars and in-house mentoring allows organizations to provide training without incurring high costs, effectively overcoming the barrier of limited training budgets.

Which psychological barrier can prevent surveyors from taking opportunities?

• Enthusiasm

• Impostor syndrome

• Time management

• Strong communication skills

Answer explanation

Impostor syndrome can lead surveyors to doubt their abilities and feel unworthy of opportunities, preventing them from seizing chances for growth and success. This psychological barrier hinders their confidence.

Why is reviewing development progress important?

• To compare yourself against colleagues

• To ensure goals are being achieved and adapted as needed

• To replace supervision

• To reduce workload permanently

Answer explanation

Reviewing development progress is crucial to ensure that goals are being met and can be adjusted as necessary. This process helps maintain focus and direction, rather than simply comparing oneself to others or reducing workload.

Which type of review takes place after completing a development activity?

• Ongoing reflection

• Informal check

• Structured evaluation

• Immediate self-assessment

Answer explanation

Immediate self-assessment occurs right after a development activity, allowing individuals to evaluate their performance and learning. This type of review is crucial for identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

In reviewing development, which evidence is most valuable?

• Clear outcomes applied in practice

• Number of hours logged

• Certificates only

• Informal conversations

Answer explanation

Clear outcomes applied in practice provide tangible evidence of development effectiveness, demonstrating real-world application and impact, unlike hours logged, certificates, or informal conversations which lack direct relevance.

What is the main focus of evaluating development?

• Enjoying the activity

• Measuring impact on knowledge, behaviour, and results

• Collecting as many CPD hours as possible

• Repeating the same courses each year

Answer explanation

The main focus of evaluating development is to measure its impact on knowledge, behaviour, and results. This ensures that the activities lead to meaningful improvements rather than just enjoying the process or accumulating hours.

In Kirkpatrick’s model of evaluation, which level measures behaviour change?

• Level 1 – Reaction

• Level 2 – Learning

• Level 3 – Behaviour

• Level 4 – Results

Answer explanation

In Kirkpatrick’s model, Level 3 – Behaviour specifically measures the change in behavior resulting from training, making it the correct choice for assessing how participants apply what they learned.

Which is a trigger for revising a development plan?

• Changes in building regulations

• A colleague completing their CPD

• Submitting timesheets

• Attending social events

Answer explanation

Changes in building regulations can significantly impact a development plan, necessitating a revision to ensure compliance. The other options do not directly trigger a need to revise a development plan.