Complete the mcq:
1 A(n) __________ is a combination of employee characteristics and positive work environment that permit training.
organization analysis
readiness for training
learning management system
orientation training
2 A construction firm is in need of a construction superintendent, whose primary responsibilities involve organizing, supervising, and inspecting the work of several subcontractors. The firm administers a construction-error recognition test, where an applicant enters a shed that has been specially constructed to have 25 common and expensive errors and where he/she is asked to record as many of these problems as can be detected. What type of validation is being used?
Concurrent
Construct
Content
Predictive
3 Content validity:
is usually measured on the basis of expert judgment.
is most suitable for tests that measure abstract qualities.
is based on objective methods.
is useful for tests that measure intelligence and leadership quality.
4 The use of a neutral-appearing selection method that damages a protected group is legal if:
the discrimination is unintentional.
good performance includes "brand image" as a justification for adverse impact.
the employer can show that there is a business necessity for using that method.
good performance includes "customer preference" as a justification for adverse impact.
5 Which of the following primary variables that could influence an employee's performance can be most affected by training?
The organization's input
Performance feedback
The employee's ability and skills
The employee's values and attitudes
6 When conducting a needs assessment, what type of analysis is generally performed first?
Task analysis
Organization analysis
Competitive analysis
Market analysis
7 In the context of training, a needs assessment involves evaluating the organization, individual employees, and employees':
tenure.
position.
benefits.
tasks.
8 Identify the stage of training needs assessment that involves asking the following s: "Do performance deficiencies result from a lack of knowledge, skill, or ability?" "Who needs training?" "Are these employees ready for training?"
Person analysis
Task analysis
Strategy analysis
Job analysis
9 To test the validity of your selection device for widget makers, you have given it to the present widget makers in your company and correlated it with their latest performance appraisal scores. What type of validation have you used?
Predictive
Concurrent
Construct
Discriminant .
10 Organizational analysis looks at training needs in light of the:
readiness of employees for training.
performance deficiency of employees.
management's support for training activities.
description of work required by a person's job.
11 Traditional job interviews have demonstrated low validity and reliability, and are a relatively expensive method of personnel selection. Recommend steps that organizations can take to avoid these pitfalls.
Your response should be at least 75 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, should be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material should have accompanying citations.
12 Discuss at least three different approaches to diversity training.
Your response should be at least 75 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, should be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material should have accompanying citations.
13 why are drug tests a controversial component of the personnel selection process? What are some of ways in which organizations can avoid problems associated with drug testing?
Your response should be at least 75 words in length. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, should be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material should have accompanying citations.