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Which of the following is NOT a factor typically considered when determining what aspects of an organization to change?
Which of the following is NOT a factor typically considered when determining what aspects of an organization to change?
Overcoming resistance to change is a key responsibility of the Human Resource Manager.
Overcoming resistance to change is a key responsibility of the Human Resource Manager.
True (A)
What are the three stages of Lewin's Change Process?
What are the three stages of Lewin's Change Process?
Unfreezing, Moving, Refreezing
The Human Resource Manager can help to effectively use ______ practices to manage change within an organization.
The Human Resource Manager can help to effectively use ______ practices to manage change within an organization.
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Match the following organizational change factors with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following organizational change factors with their corresponding descriptions:
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Lewin's Change Process emphasizes that the refreezing stage is crucial to ensure that the new changes become permanent.
Lewin's Change Process emphasizes that the refreezing stage is crucial to ensure that the new changes become permanent.
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Which of the following is NOT a key responsibility of the Human Resource Manager in managing organizational change?
Which of the following is NOT a key responsibility of the Human Resource Manager in managing organizational change?
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Which of the following are methods for Identifying Training Needs?
Which of the following are methods for Identifying Training Needs?
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What are some of the ways that technology can be used to implement organizational change?
What are some of the ways that technology can be used to implement organizational change?
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Performance appraisals are a primary method for identifying training needs.
Performance appraisals are a primary method for identifying training needs.
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What are two examples of work environment characteristics that can influence the transfer of training back to the workplace?
What are two examples of work environment characteristics that can influence the transfer of training back to the workplace?
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The acronym EPSS stands for _______ ______ _______ ______.
The acronym EPSS stands for _______ ______ _______ ______.
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Match the following work environment characteristics with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following work environment characteristics with their corresponding descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a way managers can support training?
Which of the following is NOT a way managers can support training?
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Training effectiveness is measured by the number of employees who attend a training program.
Training effectiveness is measured by the number of employees who attend a training program.
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What is one benefit of using job-related performance data to identify training needs?
What is one benefit of using job-related performance data to identify training needs?
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What is the first step in creating a training program?
What is the first step in creating a training program?
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A detailed job description is not required for creating a training program.
A detailed job description is not required for creating a training program.
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What is the purpose of an abbreviated task analysis record form in training program development?
What is the purpose of an abbreviated task analysis record form in training program development?
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The long-term focus of management development programs involves assessing the company's ______ and developing both current and future managers.
The long-term focus of management development programs involves assessing the company's ______ and developing both current and future managers.
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Match the following components with their corresponding steps in creating a training program:
Match the following components with their corresponding steps in creating a training program:
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Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the long-term focus of management development programs?
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the long-term focus of management development programs?
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Management development programs should only focus on developing future managers, not current ones.
Management development programs should only focus on developing future managers, not current ones.
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What is the importance of appraising managers' current performance in management development programs?
What is the importance of appraising managers' current performance in management development programs?
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What is the first step in the Unfreezing stage of leading change?
What is the first step in the Unfreezing stage of leading change?
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The Moving stage requires monitoring and assessing progress.
The Moving stage requires monitoring and assessing progress.
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What type of design is often used in evaluating training efforts?
What type of design is often used in evaluating training efforts?
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Organizational Development often involves action __________.
Organizational Development often involves action __________.
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Match the following training effects with their definitions:
Match the following training effects with their definitions:
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Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in the four-step training process?
Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in the four-step training process?
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The ADDIE model consists of five steps: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation.
The ADDIE model consists of five steps: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation.
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What is the primary purpose of conducting a needs assessment in training?
What is the primary purpose of conducting a needs assessment in training?
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The first step in the training process is ______.
The first step in the training process is ______.
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Match the analysis type with its description.
Match the analysis type with its description.
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Which factor is NOT considered when choosing a training method?
Which factor is NOT considered when choosing a training method?
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Creating a learning environment is not an important part of the training process.
Creating a learning environment is not an important part of the training process.
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What are the two types of analysis involved in training needs assessment?
What are the two types of analysis involved in training needs assessment?
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Which of the following is not categorized under presentation methods?
Which of the following is not categorized under presentation methods?
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Simulations are a form of hands-on training method.
Simulations are a form of hands-on training method.
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What does OJT stand for in training methods?
What does OJT stand for in training methods?
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The _________ method is characterized by learning through engagement in real-life tasks and projects.
The _________ method is characterized by learning through engagement in real-life tasks and projects.
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Match the training method with its characteristic:
Match the training method with its characteristic:
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Which of the following options is not a benefit of On-the-Job Training (OJT)?
Which of the following options is not a benefit of On-the-Job Training (OJT)?
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Behavior modeling is considered a hands-on training method.
Behavior modeling is considered a hands-on training method.
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Name one advantage of using simulations in training.
Name one advantage of using simulations in training.
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Flashcards
Training Process Steps
Training Process Steps
A methodical approach to employee training involving needs analysis, instructional design, implementation, and evaluation.
ADDIE Model
ADDIE Model
A framework consisting of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation used to guide training processes.
Needs Assessment
Needs Assessment
A systematic approach to determine what training is required for employees to improve performance.
Task Analysis
Task Analysis
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Performance Analysis
Performance Analysis
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Instructional Design
Instructional Design
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Organizational Analysis
Organizational Analysis
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Support Factors for Training
Support Factors for Training
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Instructor-led Classroom Instruction
Instructor-led Classroom Instruction
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Distance Learning
Distance Learning
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On-the-Job Training (OJT)
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
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Apprenticeship Training
Apprenticeship Training
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E-learning
E-learning
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Simulations
Simulations
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Behavior Modeling
Behavior Modeling
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Blended Learning
Blended Learning
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Assessment Center
Assessment Center
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Performance Appraisals
Performance Appraisals
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Attitude Surveys
Attitude Surveys
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Transfer of Training
Transfer of Training
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Manager Support
Manager Support
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Self-management Skills
Self-management Skills
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Opportunity to Perform
Opportunity to Perform
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Training Objectives
Training Objectives
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Job Description Use
Job Description Use
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Task Analysis Record Form
Task Analysis Record Form
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Job Instruction Sheet
Job Instruction Sheet
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Training Program Compilation
Training Program Compilation
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Management Development Focus
Management Development Focus
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Assessing Managers' Performance
Assessing Managers' Performance
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Strategic Needs Appraisal
Strategic Needs Appraisal
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Types of Organizational Change
Types of Organizational Change
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Human Resource Manager’s Role
Human Resource Manager’s Role
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Resistance to Change
Resistance to Change
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Lewin’s Change Process
Lewin’s Change Process
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Unfreezing
Unfreezing
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Moving
Moving
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Refreezing
Refreezing
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Organizational Development Practices
Organizational Development Practices
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Unfreezing Stage
Unfreezing Stage
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Moving Stage
Moving Stage
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Refreezing Stage
Refreezing Stage
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Organizational Development (OD)
Organizational Development (OD)
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Evaluating Training Efforts
Evaluating Training Efforts
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course title: HRM 210 Intro to HR
- Instructor: Bilal Fakih
- Chapter: 6 Training
- Semester: Fall 2024/25
Learning Outcomes (Chapter 6)
- Summarize the purpose and process of employee orientation
- List and explain the four steps in the training process
- Discuss how to motivate trainees
- Describe and illustrate how to identify training requirements
- Explain how to distinguish between problems fixable with training and those not
- Explain how to use five training techniques
- List and discuss four management development programs
- Discuss the importance of eight steps in leading organizational change
- Define organizational development and distinguish it from traditional organizational change
Purpose of Orientation
- Orientation helps new employees feel welcome and at ease
- New employees understand the organization
- New employees understand work expectations and behavior
- New employees begin the socialization process.
Orientation Process
- Employee benefit information
- Personnel policies
- Daily routine
- Company organization and operations
- Safety measures and regulations
- Facilities tour
Training Process
- Training is the process of teaching new employees the basic skills needed to perform jobs
- Training is a hallmark of good management reducing employer's exposure to negligent training liability
- Training programs must align with company strategic goals
- Training enhances employee learning, leading to improved organizational performance.
Training, Learning, and Motivation
- Present a bird's eye view of material to facilitate learning.
- Utilize familiar examples.
- Organize information logically and meaningfully.
- Use familiar terms and concepts for trainees.
- Employ visual aids.
- Create a perceived training need in trainees.
Training, Learning, and Motivation (cont'd)
- Make skill transfer easy by maximizing similarity between training and work situations
- Provide adequate practice
- Label or identify each feature of a machine and step in the training process
- Focus trainees' attention on essential aspects of the job
- Offer "heads up" preparatory information
Training, Learning, and Motivation (cont'd)
- Reinforce Learning: Trainers should provide immediate reinforcement of correct responses to trainees ("well done"). Effective training is more effective when shorter (a full day is not as efficient as half or three-fourths of a day)
Steps in the Training Process
- Needs analysis
- Instructional design
- Program implementation
- Evaluation
ADDIE Model
- Analysis
- Design
- Development
- Implementation
- Evaluation
Training Process
- Needs assessment
- Ensure readiness
- Create a learning environment
- Ensure transfer
- Select methods
- Evaluate programs
Factors to Choose Training
- Company's strategic direction
- Available training resources
- Support from managers and peers
Analyzing Training Needs
- Task analysis: Assessing new employee training needs
- Performance analysis: Assessing current employee training needs
Needs Assessment Process
- Organization analysis (content)
- Task analysis (training needs)
- Person analysis (who needs training)
Task Analysis
- Identify jobs
- Identify knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Develop task list
- Validate tasks
Performance Analysis
- Assessment center results
- Specialized software
- Performance appraisals
- Job-related performance data
- Observations
- Interviews
Work Environment Characteristics Influencing Transfer of Training
- Opportunity to perform
- Climate for transfer
- Transfer of training
- Technological support
- Self-management skills
- Peer support
- Manager support
How Managers Can Support Training
- Understand the content
- Know how training relates
- Evaluate employees on how they apply training
- Support employees in using training on the job
- Ensure employees have equipment and technology to apply training
- Prior to training, discuss how to use content
- Explain why training is necessary
- Give feedback and recognize those who use content
- Be a trainer
- Give release time
Selecting Training Methods
- Presentation methods
- Instructor-led classroom instruction
- Distance learning, teleconferencing and webcasting
- Audiovisual techniques
- Mobile technology
- Hands-on methods
- On-the-job training, apprenticeships and internships
- Self-directed learning
- Simulations, avatars
- Business games and case studies
- Behavior modeling
- E-learning
- Social media
- Blended learning
- Learning management system (LMS)
- Group or team building
- Experiential programs
- Cross, coordination and team training
- Action and adventure learning
Training Methods (Additional)
- On-the job training
- Apprenticeship training
- Informal learning
- Job instruction training
- Lectures
- Programmed learning
- Audiovisual-based training
- Vestibule training
- Teletraining
- Videoconferencing
- Electronic performance support systems (EPSS)
- Computer-based training (CBT)
- Simulated learning
- Internet-based training
- Learning portals
The OJT Training Method
- On-the-job training (OJT) is having a person learn a job by actually doing the job
- Types of OJT include coaching or understudy, job rotation, special assignments
- Advantages include being inexpensive, learning by doing, and immediate feedback
On-the-Job Training (Steps)
- Prepare the learner
- Present the operation
- Do a tryout
- Follow-up
Programmed Learning
- Presenting questions, facts, or problems to the learner
- Allowing the person to respond
- Providing feedback on the accuracy of the answers
- Advantages: Reduced training time, self-paced learning, immediate feedback, reduced errors
Intelligent Tutoring Systems
- Advantages: Reduced learning time, cost-effectiveness, instructional consistency
- Types of programmed learning: Interactive multimedia training, virtual reality training, virtual classroom
Internet-Based Training
- Distance Learning methods
- Teletraining and videoconferencing
- Electronic Performance Support Systems (EPSS)
- Computer-Based Training
- E-learning and learning portals
Lifelong Learning and Literacy Training Techniques
- Provide employees with lifelong educational and learning opportunities
- Instituting basic skills and literacy programs to meet employer needs
Creating Your Own Training Program
- Set training objectives
- Use a detailed job description
- Develop an abbreviated task analysis record form
- Develop a job instruction sheet
- Compile training program for the job
Implementing Management Development Programs
- Assessing the company's strategic needs
- Appraising managers' current performance
- Developing managers and future managers
Succession Planning
- Anticipate management needs
- Review firm's management skills inventory
- Create replacement charts
- Begin management development
Management Development Techniques
- Managerial on-the-job training
- Job rotation
- Coaching and understudy
- Action learning
- Other Off-the-job training
- Case study method
- Management games
- Outside seminars
- University-related programs
- Role playing
- Behavior modeling
- Corporate universities
- Executive coaches
Behavior Modeling Training
- Model effective behaviors
- Have trainees role-play using behaviors
- Provide social reinforcement and feedback
- Encourage transfer of training to job
Managing Organizational Change Programs
- What to change
- Strategies
- Culture
- Structure
- Technologies
- Employees
Managing Organizational Change and Development
- Overcoming resistance to change: Lewin's change process
- Unfreezing
- Moving
- Refreezing
How to Lead the Change
- Unfreezing Stage
- Establish a sense of urgency
- Mobilize commitment to solving problems
- Moving Stage
- Create guiding coalition
- Develop and communicate shared vision
- Help employees make the change
- Consolidate gains and produce more change
- Refreezing Stage
- Reinforce new ways of doing things
- Monitor and assess progress
Using Organizational Development (OD)
- Usually involves action research
- Applies behavioral science knowledge
- Changes the organization in a particular direction
Evaluating the Training Effort
- Designing the evaluation study
- Time series design
- Controlled experimentation
- Choosing which training effects to measure
- Reaction of trainees to the program
- Learning that took place
- Behavior that changed on the job
- Results achieved as a result of the training program
End of Chapter 6
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Test your knowledge on organizational change management concepts, including Lewin's Change Process and the role of Human Resource Managers. This quiz covers factors influencing organizational change, resistance management, and training needs identification. Gain insights into effective practices for managing change within organizations.