MHR 733 CH 7: ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
METHODS TEST QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Advantages and Disadvantages of Off-the-job training - Answer-+ Can easily
combine instructional methods and tailor to trainee. Can also include more trainees.
- Can be more costly and can hinder application.
Advantages and Disadvantages of On-the-job training - Answer-+ Less costly and
greater application
- The work environment is full of distractions. There is also potential of damage to
work equipment and safety hazards, and slowdown of production.
Types of On-The-Job Training Methods - Answer-From simplest to most expensive
and time consuming:
1. Job Instruction Training
2. Performance aid
3. Job Rotation
4. Apprenticeship
5. Coaching
6. Mentoring
Approaches to OTJ Training - Answer-> On the spot lecture
> Viewed performance & feedback
> Following Nellie (supervisor trains senior employee, who trains new employee)
> Job-aid approach: instructions or video then trainer monitors performance
> The training step: trainer systematically introduces the task
> Planned Sequence
Job Instruction Training - Answer-A formal and structured approach that incorporates
behavioural modelling.
4 steps:
1. Preparation: gauge enthusiasm
2. Instruction: encourage Qs
3. Performance: provide feedback and reinforcement
4. Follow-up: continue to monitor performance
Job Instruction Training Step 1: Preparation - Answer-Trainer breaks job into small
tasks and prepares equipment. It is important to determine a communication strategy
that fits the trainee and to find out what they already know.
3 components:
> Put trainee at ease using small talk
> Guarantee the learning is possible to build self-efficacy
> Build interest and show personal advantage
METHODS TEST QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
Advantages and Disadvantages of Off-the-job training - Answer-+ Can easily
combine instructional methods and tailor to trainee. Can also include more trainees.
- Can be more costly and can hinder application.
Advantages and Disadvantages of On-the-job training - Answer-+ Less costly and
greater application
- The work environment is full of distractions. There is also potential of damage to
work equipment and safety hazards, and slowdown of production.
Types of On-The-Job Training Methods - Answer-From simplest to most expensive
and time consuming:
1. Job Instruction Training
2. Performance aid
3. Job Rotation
4. Apprenticeship
5. Coaching
6. Mentoring
Approaches to OTJ Training - Answer-> On the spot lecture
> Viewed performance & feedback
> Following Nellie (supervisor trains senior employee, who trains new employee)
> Job-aid approach: instructions or video then trainer monitors performance
> The training step: trainer systematically introduces the task
> Planned Sequence
Job Instruction Training - Answer-A formal and structured approach that incorporates
behavioural modelling.
4 steps:
1. Preparation: gauge enthusiasm
2. Instruction: encourage Qs
3. Performance: provide feedback and reinforcement
4. Follow-up: continue to monitor performance
Job Instruction Training Step 1: Preparation - Answer-Trainer breaks job into small
tasks and prepares equipment. It is important to determine a communication strategy
that fits the trainee and to find out what they already know.
3 components:
> Put trainee at ease using small talk
> Guarantee the learning is possible to build self-efficacy
> Build interest and show personal advantage
