MGT 434 ch 6
A reliable test includes items for which the meaning or interpretation does not change over time. True False
TRUE
It is necessary to limit return on investment (ROI) analysis to certain training programs as it can be costly. True False
TRUE
________ refers to whether performance on the outcome reflects true differences in performance. A) Validity B) Discrimination C) Reliability D) Utility
B
Appropriate training outcomes need to discriminate, meaning that ________. A) tests given to employees before and after a training program should differ B) trainees should be asked to take a reliable test C) trainees' performance on the outcome should actually reflect true differences in performance D) different employees should be given different tests for measuring their performance
C
If trainers are interested in the generalizability of a study's results, they are said to be interested in the ________ of the study. A) outcome practicality B) criterion relevance C) external validity D) outcome believability
C
Which of the following statements best differentiates formative evaluation from summative evaluation? A) Formative evaluation mainly involves collecting quantitative data, whereas summative evaluation involves collecting qualitative data. B) Formative evaluation takes place on the completion of training, whereas summative evaluation takes place during program design and development. C) Formative evaluation focuses on how to make a training program better, whereas summative evaluation helps to determine the extent to which trainees have changed after training. D) Formative evaluation includes measuring the monetary benefits of training, whereas summative evaluation measures beliefs and opinions.
C) Formative evaluation focuses on how to make a training program better, whereas summative evaluation helps to determine the extent to which trainees have changed after training.
The evaluation process ideally begins with ________. A) developing outcome measures B) choosing an evaluation strategy C) developing measurable learning objectives D) conducting a needs analysis
D
Affective outcomes would be considered a Level 1 outcome in Kirkpatrick's model of training evaluation. True False
FALSE
Favorable trainee reactions are strongly connected with transfer. True False
FALSE
The Hawthorne effect refers to employees performing at a low level because of the attention they receive. True False
FALSE
