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WorksheetsCPD, PSDM, and Management Planning
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 14mins
what are the origins of continuous professional development, or CPD?
CPD began in Japan in 1946, following world War II as part of the Marshall Plan
The British introduced CPD into India following the 1947 Partition
It was introduced in the UK, during the 1980s in the Medical and legal professions
CPD was introduced in the US sometime in the 1960s in response to racial unrest
To benefit from CPD, practitioners must do what?
Rely upon their intuition
Rely upon their current capabilities
Actively seek out the advice of fellow teammates
Actively seek out new opportunities for self-improvement
There exist various pathways to accessing CPD. Which of the following is NOT one of these pathways?
Assuming a role in coaching and mentoring others
Adhering to time tested tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs)
Attending professional conferences and seminars
Membership and participation in professional organizations
Which of the following is a reason for the spread of continuous professional development?
A result of its popularity and utility
A result of its facility
A result of other individuals using the concept
There is no particular reason it simply spread of its own accord
Which of the following is NOT an area of focus when applying CPD to law enforcement?
In-service training
Conferences and seminars
Active management by exception (MBE)
Training courses
The Honey & Mumford Learning style model posits that learning passes through four distinct phases. Which of the following is NOT one of these?
Active experimentation
Concrete experience
Abstract imagination
Abstract conceptualization
Reflective observation
According to the Honey Mumford Model of learning styles, which of the following statements is correct?
There is no evidence that one preference is better than another
There exists evidence that choosing a specific learning style is better
There is evidence that the Pragmatist learning style is superior to the others
The question relating to the differences has never been researched
According to Honey and Mumford, what advantage does the diversity of learning styles offer?
Diversity of Learning styles contributes to Leadership effectiveness
Diversity of learning styles offers no clear or appreciable advantages
Diversity of learning styles contributes to conflict and should be avoided
Diversity of learning adds value to team work and organizational functioning
Which of the following applies to a Pragmatist style of learning?
Learn, do, apply
Observe, do, apply
Do, learn, apply
Understand, do, apply
Which of the following applies to an Activist learning style
Observe, do, apply
Understand, do, apply
Do, learn, apply
Learn, do, apply,
When enthusiasm for an experience begins to fade Which learning style looks for the next challenge?
(a)
Which learning style needs models, concepts, and facts to learn effectively?
Pragmatists
Reflectors
Theorists
Activists
Adequate time is a key component of which learning style?
Activists
Theorists
Pragmatists
Reflectors
Which learning style is best for brainstorming, solving puzzles, and role play?
Pragmatists
Activists
Reflectors
Theorists
Which learning style does not learn well when emotions and feelings are involved?
Pragmatists
Reflectors
Theorists
Activists
The Honey & Mumford perception continuum is composed of which two elements?
Doing and Thinking
Watching and Doing
Feeling and Thinking
Doing and Feeling
The Honey & Mumford processing continuum is composed of which two elements?
Thinking and Feeling
Doing and Watching
Watching and Feeling
Thinking and Watching
How do Mumford & Honey describe the learning styles?
A concrete choice on the part of the learner that does not change
A random approach that does not follow a pattern
A continuum that changes over time and in accordance with the goal
A continuum that one moves through over time
What is always the first step to finding a good solution?
Deep cognitive reflection
Attempting solutions through trial and error
Understanding the problem
Developing a response plan of action.
What are the first steps of management planning for organizations?
Assess the goals and develop a realistic and detailed action plan
Establish alternatives and provide adequate support to accomplish the choice
Making assumptions concerning goals and implementing a solution
Effective leadership and member support
What is the use of a management plan?
It has no particular use or value
It can be used to enhance member buy in
It helps to improve effective leadership
It can have benefits for the organization
When considering organizational objectives in the context of the planning cycle, which of the following is true?
Objectives should be stated in a clear, precise, and unambiguous language
Objectives provide nucleus to the planning process
Goals and tasks must be aligned to the established plan of action
All these responses are correct
Managers must consider operationalizing certain elements of the plan. Which of the following is not one of these?
Arrests
Values
Vision
Mission
Herzberg's two-factor theory demonstrates that certain factors lead to high motivation and job satisfaction. Which of the following is NOT one of these?
A sense of achievement
Recognition from others
Opportunities for advancement
A strong sense of emotional intelligence
According to Herzberg, Hygiene Factors. must be present to avoid job dissatisfaction. Which of the following is NOT a Hygiene factor?
Safe working conditions
A toxic working environment
Adequate compensation
Fair organizational policies
