HRIR 3021 EXAM #2 QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What are common mistakes of managers when assessing a performance deficiency? -
Answer-People tend to jump to conclusions, fire quickly
List and be able to explain the steps in the instructional design/planning process. -
Answer-a. Assess needs for training
b. Ensure readiness for training
c. Plan training program
d. Implement training program
e. Evaluate results of training
a process for determining the appropriateness of training by evaluating the
characteristics of the organization. What is the context in which training will occur -
Answer-organizational analysis
a process of determining individuals' needs and readiness for training. Who needs
training? - Answer-person analysis
the process of identifying and analyzing tasks to be trained for. What subjects should
the training cover? - Answer-task analysis
Understand the sources of information we can seek to complete a training needs
assessment. - Answer-Organizational analysis, person analysis, and task analysis
Review and be able to explain the Edgar Dale Cone of Learning. Why is it important to
understand the retention of information when designing training programs? - Answer-It
describes which learning activities people remember the best and what the learning out
comes are of those learning activities. (Least to Greatest) - Read, Hear, View Images,
Watch Videos, Attend Exhibits/Sites, Watch a demonstration, Hands-On workshop,
collaborative lessons, simulate a lesson, and do the real thing.
training methods in which a person with job experience and skill guides trainees in
practicing job skills at the workplace - Answer-On the Job (OTJ)
a work-study training method that teaches job skills through a combination of on the job
training and classroom training - Answer-Apprenticeship
on the job learning sponsored by an educational institution as a component of an
academic program - Answer-Internship
receiving training via the Internet or the organization's intranet - Answer-E-Learning
, a trainer lecturing a group - Answer-Classroom Instruction
training programs in which participants learn concepts and apply them by simulating
behaviors involved and analyzing the activity, connecting it with real-life situations -
Answer-Experiential Programs
a teamwork and leadership training program based on the use of challenging, structured
outdoor activities - Answer-Adventure Learning
team training in which team members understand and practice each other's skills so
that they are prepared to step in and take another member's place - Answer-Cross
Training
team training that teaches the team how toshare information and make decisions to
obtain the best team performance - Answer-Coordination Training
training in which teams get an actual problem, work on solving it and commit to an
action plan, and are accountable for carrying it out - Answer-Action Learning
The person should be matched to the job (p/j) by having the right KSAOs and is
interested in the work and rewards. The person should be matched to the organization
(p/o) by understanding and supporting the core values of the organization as a whole -
Answer-P/O, P/J Fit
Internal candidates are employees who currently hold other positions in the organization
and apply through job posting. External candidates can be direct applicants, referrals,
other or recruiting options. - Answer-Internal vs. external candidate
How much should a new hire be paid in order to attract and hire the right candidates. -
Answer-Lead, match, lag the market pay strategies
Passive job seekers are employees that already have jobs and really are not looking for
other work until an attractive offer presents itself. Active job seekers are people who
may or may not have a job and are looking for a new offer. - Answer-Passive vs. active
candidates
Employment principle that if there is no specific employment contract saying otherwise,
the employer or employee may end an employment relationship at any time, regardless
of cause. - Answer-Employment-at will
Advertising designed to create a generally favorable impression of the organization. -
Answer-Image advertising
How do the recruiter's traits and behaviors affect the success of the recruiting process?
- Answer-Usually, the recruiters are experts in the field and have the most success
when they are warm and informative. They also are expected to supply the right
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What are common mistakes of managers when assessing a performance deficiency? -
Answer-People tend to jump to conclusions, fire quickly
List and be able to explain the steps in the instructional design/planning process. -
Answer-a. Assess needs for training
b. Ensure readiness for training
c. Plan training program
d. Implement training program
e. Evaluate results of training
a process for determining the appropriateness of training by evaluating the
characteristics of the organization. What is the context in which training will occur -
Answer-organizational analysis
a process of determining individuals' needs and readiness for training. Who needs
training? - Answer-person analysis
the process of identifying and analyzing tasks to be trained for. What subjects should
the training cover? - Answer-task analysis
Understand the sources of information we can seek to complete a training needs
assessment. - Answer-Organizational analysis, person analysis, and task analysis
Review and be able to explain the Edgar Dale Cone of Learning. Why is it important to
understand the retention of information when designing training programs? - Answer-It
describes which learning activities people remember the best and what the learning out
comes are of those learning activities. (Least to Greatest) - Read, Hear, View Images,
Watch Videos, Attend Exhibits/Sites, Watch a demonstration, Hands-On workshop,
collaborative lessons, simulate a lesson, and do the real thing.
training methods in which a person with job experience and skill guides trainees in
practicing job skills at the workplace - Answer-On the Job (OTJ)
a work-study training method that teaches job skills through a combination of on the job
training and classroom training - Answer-Apprenticeship
on the job learning sponsored by an educational institution as a component of an
academic program - Answer-Internship
receiving training via the Internet or the organization's intranet - Answer-E-Learning
, a trainer lecturing a group - Answer-Classroom Instruction
training programs in which participants learn concepts and apply them by simulating
behaviors involved and analyzing the activity, connecting it with real-life situations -
Answer-Experiential Programs
a teamwork and leadership training program based on the use of challenging, structured
outdoor activities - Answer-Adventure Learning
team training in which team members understand and practice each other's skills so
that they are prepared to step in and take another member's place - Answer-Cross
Training
team training that teaches the team how toshare information and make decisions to
obtain the best team performance - Answer-Coordination Training
training in which teams get an actual problem, work on solving it and commit to an
action plan, and are accountable for carrying it out - Answer-Action Learning
The person should be matched to the job (p/j) by having the right KSAOs and is
interested in the work and rewards. The person should be matched to the organization
(p/o) by understanding and supporting the core values of the organization as a whole -
Answer-P/O, P/J Fit
Internal candidates are employees who currently hold other positions in the organization
and apply through job posting. External candidates can be direct applicants, referrals,
other or recruiting options. - Answer-Internal vs. external candidate
How much should a new hire be paid in order to attract and hire the right candidates. -
Answer-Lead, match, lag the market pay strategies
Passive job seekers are employees that already have jobs and really are not looking for
other work until an attractive offer presents itself. Active job seekers are people who
may or may not have a job and are looking for a new offer. - Answer-Passive vs. active
candidates
Employment principle that if there is no specific employment contract saying otherwise,
the employer or employee may end an employment relationship at any time, regardless
of cause. - Answer-Employment-at will
Advertising designed to create a generally favorable impression of the organization. -
Answer-Image advertising
How do the recruiter's traits and behaviors affect the success of the recruiting process?
- Answer-Usually, the recruiters are experts in the field and have the most success
when they are warm and informative. They also are expected to supply the right
