Article 4.2. The science of training and development in organizations: what matters in practice (Salas et al., 2012)

Question 1

2 assertions in training

Answer 1

1. Training is useful: improves performance, retention, organizational well-being, leadership development, manager and leader effectiveness.
2. The way the training is designed, delivered, and implemented matters.

Question 2

Training =

Answer 2

The planned and systematic activities to promote acquiring new knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

Question 3

Learning =

Answer 3

Acquiring new knowledge and behaviors through practices, study, and experiences.

Question 4

How to improve training effectiveness…

Answer 4

1. Before training:
   - TNA (training needs analysis): job-task analysis, organizational analysis, and person analysis.
   - Prepare learning climate.
2. During training:
   - Enable the right trainee mindset.
   - Follow appropriate instructional principles.
3. After training:
   - Evaluate training.
   - Ensure transfer of the training.