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Which of the following technology based training methods has low development cost?

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mobile learning

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The use of social media as learning tool will be ineffective in a company that:

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supports centralized decision making

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of distance learning?

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Weather conditions and satellite glitches create obstacles for distance learning

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In comparison to classroom delivery, blended learning has increased:

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self directedness of employees

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Which of the following tech based training methods provides least scope for learner-instructor interaction?

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Mobile learning

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The use of simulations has been limited by their:

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high development costs

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Training support technologies assist in transfer of training by providing empl with info not covered in training. T or F?

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True

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T or F? a major reason that companies adopt LMS is to decentralize mgt of learning activities.

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False

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In a virtual lab type of simulation, trainees:

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interact with a computer representation of the job for which they are being trained.

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Which is a disadvantage of online learning?

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online learning lacks communication richness

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Teleconferencing refers to asynchronous exchange of audio and video. T or F?

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False

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There are no generational differences in using and realizing potential benefits of social media tools.

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False

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T or F? Online learning is insufficient for teaching complex analytical, conceptual, and interpersonal skills.

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True

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___ refers to the learner's involvement with the training material and assessing their progress toward learning.

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self regulation

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___ is a computer based technology that provides trainees with a 3D learning experience.

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virtual reality

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YouTube is a typical example for:

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shared media

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According to the ITs, the trainee model:

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provides info about students' knowledge.

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T or F? Virtual worlds are ineffective for teaching interpersonal skills such as time mgt and leadership

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False

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The ITS has info about the content domain as well as expectations about the trainee's level of knowledge. T or F?

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True

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___ typically provides opportunities for learners to practice, ask q's, and interact w other peers both face to face and online.

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blended learning

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In a traditional learning environment...:

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experts and resource materials were separate from the learning environ.

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E-learning should be designed to minimize content or work that is related to the learning objectives.

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False

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___ allow synchronous communication in training.

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Live online courses

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Which of the following is disadvantage of training thru virtual worlds?

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it is inappropriate for learners totally new to the work world, as it may confuse and overwhelm them.

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Interactive video is ineffective for trainees to learn technical or interpersonal skills. T or F?

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False

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Although development costs for technology based training programs are high, costs for administering these programs are low.

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True

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Which of the following statements is true of learning management systems?

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An LMS helps companies understand the strengths and weaknesses of their employees, including where talent gaps exist.

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Which is an advantage of simulations?

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Simulations can safely put empl in situations that would be dangerous in the real world

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In distance learning, trainees do not have control over the content and speed of learning.

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True

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T or F? transfers and downward moves are opportunities to develop skills that will help empl achieve long term success with a company

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true

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In reverse mentoring programs, more senior empl are paired with a younger empl. t or f?

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true

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Which of the following is true about training and development?

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Training focuses on preparing empl for current jobs, but development prepares them for other positions in the company.

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In assessment centers, scheduling exercises typically evaluate employees'

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problem solving abilities

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In the 9 box grid, high potential and high performing empl who should be developed for leadership positions in the company are termed as:

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star performers

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The development plans for employees with low potential and low performance development emphasize finding them challenging new job experiences. T or F?

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false

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Job rotation is used for all types of employees, not just those with managerial potential. T or F?

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true

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Which of the following statements is true about transfers as part of job experiences?

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it refers to a lateral movement to a job with similar responsibilities

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___ refers to the process of helping new hires adjust to social and performance aspects of their new jobs.

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onboarding

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According to the nine box grid, the development plan for empl with outstanding px but low potential typically emphasizes:

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finding them experiences that will continue to facilitate creativity and innovation

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___ is a personality assessment tool used for team building and leadership development that identifies employees' preferences for energy, information gathering, decision making, and lifestyle.

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Myers Briggs Type Inventory

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Sending empl on international assignments and projects is an example of the ___ approach to employee development.

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job experience

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px appriasal discussions are more long term than development discussions. T or F?

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false

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t or f? assessments can be used to ident decision proceses or communication styles that inhibit a team's productivity

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true

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Which of the following is characteristic of successful formal mentoring programs?

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the mentor and protege pursue the relationship beyond the formal period.

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In the ___ stage of the career mgt process, empl receive info on how the company evaluates their skills and knowledge and where they fit into the company' plans

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reality check

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t or f? discussing px and development in the same meeting is difficult bc they have different objectives.

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true

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Which of the following is a limitation of the 360 degree feedback system?

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a facilitator is needed to help interpret the results.

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by making a succession planning list public, high potential employees who are not interested in other positions can communicate their intentions. t or f?

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True

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___ allow employees more time for personal pursuits such as writing a book or spending more time with kids, etc.

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Sabbaticals

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An employee's protean career:

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is based on the feeling of pride that comes from achieving life goals.

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in upward feedback, mgr's behaviors or skills are evaluated by:

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their subordinates

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In comparison to traditional career patterns, career patterns involving movement across specializations or disciplines are becoming less prevalent. T or F?

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False

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The process of developing a succession plan typically begins with:

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identifying the positions included in the succession plan

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t or f? the individual contributor career path is used to satisfy poor performers who have no managerial potential.

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false

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Companies need to ensure that older empl are kept away from new tech or learning new skills. t or f?

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false

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which of the following is a characteristic associated with the long term success of diversity programs?

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diversity programs are evaluated using metrics such as sales and promotion rates

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Which of the following is true of early retirement programs

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eligibility for early retirement is usually based on age and years of service.

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___ refers to having 2 empl divide the hours, responsibilities and the benefits of a full time job.

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job sharing

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of virtual expatriates?

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they lack a strong personal relationship with local employees

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Which of the following is considered as discrim based on disability?

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excluding a person w a disability from training in relation to a function that may be performed in the job but doe snot have to be performed by all people.

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___ involves changing one's major work activity after having been established in a specific field.

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career recycling

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t or f? copyrights protect the ideas that a material contains.

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false

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___ involves employees transitioning from full time employment to full time retirement by working part time.

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phased retirement

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of job hopping?

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job hopping makes it difficult to sustain continuity in employee-cust relationships

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t or f? injuries incurred by empl during any employment related activity does not result in legal action.

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false

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___ refer to empl who have an assignment to manage an operation abroad without being located permanently in that country.

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virtual expatriates

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___ is a way to reduce the number of empl and lower labor costs.

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offering an early retirement plan

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in rapid instructional design, an acceptable strategy is to skip steps in the instructional design process, t or f?

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true

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managers are demanding training courses that are longer and that focus on holistic development, t or f?

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false

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which is a feature of cloud computing?

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it can be delivered on-demand via the internet or restricted to use by a single company

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which is true of virtual work arrangements?

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in these arrangements, location is not a limiting factor.

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increased use of contingent workers and increased flexibility to meet cust needs will lead training depts to have greater focus on what?

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expert systems and EPSS

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Which of the following statements about embedded learning is true?

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its products include task-specific, real-time content and simulation BLAH BLAH BLAH

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The difference between formal training programs and embedded learning is that:

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embedded learing focuses on learning that is integrated w knowledge mgt and occurs on the job as needed.

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___ tracks learning activities and costs and relates learning results to product revenues or sales goals

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A learning mgt system

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Training serves an impotant role in helping orgs achieve sustainability goals. t or f

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true

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