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What is the primary goal of training within an organization?
Which of the following best defines learning?
How do learning organizations differ from traditional firms?
What initial questions must managers consider to identify training needs?
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Which factor is NOT typically a consideration for assessing training effectiveness?
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What is a learning organization's approach to employee development?
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Which of the following statements about the challenges in training is accurate?
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What is a significant consideration when selecting training methods?
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Study Notes
Learning
- A relatively permanent change in behavior from direct or indirect experience
- Refers to both training and development
- Learning organizations recognize the importance of continuous performance-related training
- These companies encourage employees to learn new things and use the knowledge to improve products or services
- All managers should understand basic purposes and processes of both training and development
- Managers should recognize the role of learning theory in training
Training Defined
- Continuous effort to improve employee competency and organizational performance
- Focuses on providing employees with specific skills or correcting performance deficiencies
Challenges in Training
- Upgrading employee performance and skills is essential in today's competitive market
- Questions managers should consider:
- Is training the solution to the problem?
- Are the goals of training clear and realistic?
- Is training a good investment? -Will the training work?
The Training Process
- Adjustments in external and internal environments necessitate change
- The process of determining training needs begins once the need for change is identified
- Two primary questions to consider:
- What are our training needs?
- What do we want to accomplish with our training efforts?
- Once objectives are established, management can determine appropriate training methods
- Various methods and media are available, selection depends on the nature of training goals
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Description
This quiz covers essential concepts related to training and development within organizations. It highlights the importance of continuous learning and the challenges managers face in enhancing employee performance. Additionally, it discusses the role of learning theory in effective training practices.
