Answer the questions using the course resources below in chapters 4-7

Blanchard, P. N., Thacker, J. W., & Cosby, D. M. (2023).Effective training: Systems, strategies, and practices (7th ed.). Sage.

Chapter 5, "Training Design" (pp. 171-231)

Chapter 5 deals with designing effective training programs for a given audience profile. To create training modules, you need to overcome organizational constraints regarding cost, time, and trainee knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSA). In this chapter, you will learn about the importance of learning objectives and how to develop learning objectives for a training program. You will also read about how to enhance the effectiveness of training programs.

Focus on the design theories presented in this chapter and the factors necessary to create learning objectives. This will help you create an effective training program for a predetermined set of learners identified during a training needs analysis (TNA).

Chapter 6, "Traditional Training Methods" (pp. 235-293)

Chapter 6 focuses on the strengths and limitations of lectures and demonstrations that are traditionally used to train learners. You will explore how to integrate case studies, role plays, and media-based simulations in training modules. You will also read how to develop on-the-job training (OJT) and job instruction technique (JIT) training modules.

Focus on the strengths and limitations of the various traditional methods used for training. In addition, focus on the OJT and JIT form of training. This will help you decide the type of training method to use in order to derive the most effective outcome.

Chapter 7, "Electronic Training Methods" (pp. 297-327)

Chapter 7 introduces the concept and benefits of e-learning. You will learn about various electronic training (ET) methods such as programmed instruction (PI), the intelligent tutoring system (ITS), interactive multimedia, and virtual reality.

Focus on how to use each of the training methods effectively. In addition, focus on the skills that each of these training methods achieves. This will help you decide for what type of audience such training methods are most effective, and when their use is appropriate.

Which of the following is not an advantage of having an effective diverse workforce?

Group of answer choices

Larger applicant pool

Lower costs

Access to more markets

Creative problem solving

They are all advantages