Types of training

• Training differs from development in its focus on immediate job skills rather than long-term career growth.


  True
• Match the advantage with the disadvantage of on-the-job training:

  Practical application ↔️ Inconsistent training quality

  Cost-effective ↔️ Potential for disruption

  Contextual relevance ↔️ Time constraints
• Off-the-job training is more cost-effective than on-the-job training.

  False
• Off-the-job training provides a more formal and comprehensive learning experience compared to on-the-job training.

  True
• Match the characteristics with the type of training:

  Cost-effective ↔️ On-the-job Training

  Structured curriculum ↔️ Off-the-job Training
• On-the-job training allows employees to immediately apply what they learn in the workplace.


  True
• Off-the-job training takes place away from the employee's normal work environment.
• What is the main distinction between on-the-job and off-the-job training?

  Location of training
• Match the type of training with its characteristic:

  On-the-job training ↔️ Cost-effective

  Off-the-job training ↔️ Structured curriculum
• Steps of on-the-job training for a retail employee:

  1️⃣ Shadowing an experienced cashier

  2️⃣ Learning to use the point-of-sale system

  3️⃣ Handling customer transactions
• What is the primary goal of training as opposed to development?

  Immediate job capabilities
• What is a major disadvantage of on-the-job training?

  Inconsistent training quality
• Off-the-job training ensures immediate application of skills in the workplace.

  False
• Off-the-job training provides a more formal learning experience compared to on-the-job training.


  True
• On-the-job training is more cost-effective but may have inconsistent quality.


  True
• Where does off-the-job training typically take place?

  Classroom or training facility
• On-the-job training is more cost-effective because it reduces the need for external training programs
• On-the-job training can sometimes disrupt the normal workflow of the workplace.


  True
• In off-the-job training, trainers can devote their full attention to teaching without work distractions
• What is the primary goal of training in a business setting?

  Improve immediate job capabilities
• An example of training is a sales team improving their closing techniques.
• A new retail employee learns how to use the point-of-sale system by shadowing an experienced cashier.
• On-the-job training emphasizes practical application, while off-the-job training uses a structured curriculum.
• Training aims to improve immediate job capabilities, while development focuses on long-term career growth.


  True
• Match the advantages with the type of training:

  Practical application ↔️ On-the-job Training

  Structured curriculum ↔️ Off-the-job Training
• Match the disadvantages with the type of training:

  Inconsistent quality ↔️ On-the-job Training

  Higher costs ↔️ Off-the-job Training
• On-the-job training emphasizes practical application
• What does on-the-job training involve?

  Learning while working
• Off-the-job training is conducted in the employee's normal work environment.

  False
• Training equips employees with skills for their current job tasks.
• Steps involved in off-the-job training for a new employee:

  1️⃣ Attending a structured classroom session

  2️⃣ Learning theoretical concepts

  3️⃣ Completing practical exercises
• What does off-the-job training allow for in terms of curriculum and instruction?

  Structured curriculum and dedicated instruction
• What is a key characteristic of on-the-job training in terms of skill application?

  Practical application
• What is the primary goal of on-the-job training?

  Learning while working
• Match the training type with its disadvantage:

  On-the-job training ↔️ Potential for disruption

  Off-the-job training ↔️ Time away from work
• What is the main difference between on-the-job and off-the-job training?

  Immediate vs delayed application
• Match the advantage of on-the-job training with its explanation:

  Practical application ↔️ Skills are learned in the workplace

  Cost-effective ↔️ Reduces external training costs

  Contextual relevance ↔️ Tailored to specific job tasks

  Immediate feedback ↔️ Helps employees improve quickly
• Trainers in on-the-job training may lack the time to provide adequate support
• Off-the-job training ensures consistent quality because it is less dependent on individual trainers.

  True
• One disadvantage of off-the-job training is the lack of immediate skill application