Opportunity to perform is influenced by both the work environment and trainee motivation.

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Trainees' Attributes and Attitudes: Neglected Influences on Training Effectiveness

The Academy of Management Review

Vol. 11, No. 4 (Oct., 1986)

, pp. 736-749 (14 pages)

Published By: Academy of Management

https://doi.org/10.2307/258393

https://www.jstor.org/stable/258393

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Abstract

Studies of the influence of trainees' characteristics on training effectiveness have focused on the level of ability necessary to learn program content. Motivational and environmental influences of training effectiveness have received little attention. This analysis integrates important motivational and situational factors from organizational behavior theory and research into a model which describes how trainees' attributes and attitudes may influence the effectiveness of training.

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Lesson plans are typically more detailed than design documents.TrueFalse

1 pointsQUESTION 12In developing a lesson outline, trainers need to consider the proper sequencing of topics.

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1 pointsQUESTION 13The traditional classroom-type arrangement is good for role-play exercises that involve trainees working in groupsof two or three.

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1 pointsQUESTION 14When using an outside vendor to provide training services, it is important to consider the extent to which thetraining program will be customized based on a company’s needs.

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1 pointsQUESTION 15When a series of steps must be followed in a specific way to complete a task successfully, thentraining should be designed with an emphasis on far transfer.TrueFalse

1 pointsQUESTION 16To encourage self-management, it is important to emphasize that lapses are evidence of personal inadequacy.

How can opportunity to perform be measured?

Opportunity to perform can be measured by asking former trainees to indicate (1) whether they perform a task, (2) how many times they perform the task, and (3) the extent to which they perform difficult and challenging tasks.

Which term refers to a group of two or more trainees who agreed to meet to discuss their progress using learned capabilities on the job?

Which term refers to a group of two or more trainees who agree to meet and discuss their progress using learned capabilities on the job? Support network. Which of the following is a major aid in communicating tacit knowledge? Discussion.

What is the term used to describe the on the job use of knowledge skills and behaviors learned in training?

It refers to the process of applying the skills and abilities that a person learned in a training program into their work. It helps to increase the learning environment at work.

When compared to other methods the on the job training method needs less investment?

When compared to other methods, the on-the-job training method needs less investment in time and money. One advantage of apprenticeship programs is that most of them guarantee a job upon completion of the program.