3.6 Training and Development

• What is the primary goal of training in a business setting?

  Develop job-specific skills
• The outcome of development is expanded opportunities and advancement
• Development focuses on immediate job requirements rather than long-term career growth.

  False
• Match the example with its corresponding training or development type:

  Learning new software ↔️ Training

  Leadership courses ↔️ Development
• The purpose of training and development is solely to improve productivity for the business.

  False
• The purpose of development is to develop overall capabilities
• What does training and development involve?

  Improving skills and knowledge
• What is the purpose of training in terms of focus?

  Immediate job requirements
• What does development emphasize in terms of focus?

  Long-term career growth
• What is one benefit of training and development for employees?

  Enhances skills and knowledge
• Training is designed to improve job-specific skills, while development enhances overall capabilities for long-term career growth
• Examples of training include learning new software or safety procedures
• What is a key benefit of training for employees?

  Enhances skills and knowledge
• What are three key benefits of training and development for employees?

  Enhances skills, boosts morale, increases prospects
• Match the training method with its description:

  On-the-job training ↔️ Learning skills while performing regular duties

  Off-the-job training ↔️ Attending courses outside the workplace

  Mentoring ↔️ Guidance from experienced employees

  Coaching ↔️ One-on-one guidance from supervisors
• Learning evaluation assesses the knowledge and skills gained during training
• Match the evaluation method with its description:

  Reaction Evaluation ↔️ Measures participants' satisfaction and perceptions

  Learning Evaluation ↔️ Assesses the knowledge and skills gained

  Behavior Evaluation ↔️ Examines how well skills are applied on the job

  Results Evaluation ↔️ Looks at the broader impact on metrics
• Development focuses on immediate job requirements rather than long-term career growth.

  False
• The purpose of training and development is to improve employee performance and support organizational goals
• Training and development increase career prospects by developing skills that lead to advancement opportunities
• Reaction Evaluation measures participants' satisfaction and perceptions of the training program
• Learning evaluation assesses the knowledge and skills
• Results evaluation looks at the broader impact of training on organizational performance metrics.


  True
• Assessing training effectiveness ensures desired outcomes for both employees and the organization
• What are legal requirements for training programs in terms of compliance?

  Meet relevant laws
• Employees should be informed about how training decisions are made and have a voice in the process
• How does training and development boost employee morale and job satisfaction?

  Feeling valued and capable
• What is the primary purpose of training?

  Enhance specific job skills
• Training and development are only beneficial for employees, not employers.

  False
• Match the benefit of training for employers with its description:

  Increases productivity ↔️ Employees are better equipped to perform their roles

  Ensures compliance ↔️ Meets legal and industry requirements

  Supports long-term growth ↔️ Develops an adaptable workforce
• Compliance-focused training helps businesses meet legal and industry requirements.


  True
• What does reaction evaluation measure in training effectiveness?

  Participant satisfaction
• By using a combination of evaluation methods, businesses can make data-driven decisions to improve training and development initiatives and support organizational goals
• The primary purpose of training is to improve immediate job-specific skills.

  True
• Match the aspect with its focus in training or development:

  Purpose of Training ↔️ Improve job-specific skills

  Focus of Development ↔️ Long-term career growth

  Outcome of Training ↔️ Increased productivity

  Examples of Development ↔️ Leadership courses
• Compliance training ensures adherence to legal standards and avoids penalties.


  True
• Match the training and development method with its description:

  On-the-job training ↔️ Learning skills while performing job duties

  Off-the-job training ↔️ Attending workshops outside the workplace

  Mentoring ↔️ Guidance from experienced employees

  Coaching ↔️ One-on-one guidance from supervisors
• What does reaction evaluation measure in training programs?

  Satisfaction and perceptions
• What does behavior evaluation examine in training programs?

  Application of skills
• Why is it crucial to assess the effectiveness of training programs?

  Ensure desired outcomes