Training Needs Assessment: Surveys
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What is the main advantage of using interviews for needs analysis?

  • They are more cost-effective than surveys.
  • They provide more in-depth answers than surveys. (correct)
  • They are easier to quantify and analyze.
  • They are quicker to administer than surveys.

    • Why is the main disadvantage of interviews for needs analysis mentioned?

  • To promote the use of subjective data in decision-making.
  • To highlight the need for advanced technology in interviews.
  • To emphasize the importance of quantitative data in analysis.
  • To address the challenge of quantifying and analyzing interview data. (correct)

    • What is the greatest problem associated with using skill or knowledge tests to determine training needs?

  • Tests are too easy and do not provide accurate results.
  • Organizations have an excess of available tests for this purpose.
  • Constructing proper tests is time-consuming and expensive. (correct)
  • Tests only measure existing knowledge, not training needs.

    • Why is the critical-incident technique considered relatively easy to use?

    <p>It is facilitated by a proper job analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenario would an organization be indicated to provide training across the entire organization based on skill or knowledge tests?

    <p>If all employees score poorly on the tests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using employees' performance appraisal scores is the most complex method of needs analysis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If most employees score high on a particular dimension, additional training may be necessary in that area.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Surveys can help determine training needs even without an effective performance appraisal system.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Employees' honesty is a main disadvantage of using surveys to determine training needs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Interviews are not as commonly used as surveys for identifying training needs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

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