ASTD Handbook Flashcards
Accelerated Learning (AL)
The practice of using a multi modal. multi sensory approach to instruction to make learning more efficient It’s accomplished by honoring the different learning preferences of each learner and using experiential learning exercise (such as role plays, mnemonics, props, and music)
Accomplishments
refer to the specific outputs a performer is asked to achieve
ADDIE
An instructional systems development model composed of 5 phases: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation.
+Analysis - the process of gathering data to identify specific needs, - the who, what, where, when and why of the design process
+Design - the planning stage
+Development - the phase in which training materials and content are selected and developed based on learning objectives
+Implementation - occurs when the course is delivered, whether in person or electronically
+Evaluation - the ongoing process of developing and improving instructional materials based on feedback received during and following implementation
Adult Learning Theory
The collective theories and principles of how adults learn and acquire knowledge/ popularized by Malcolm Knowles, adult learning theory provides the foundation that learning and development professionals need to meet learning needs in the workplace
Affective Learning
the acquisition of knowledge based on Benjamin Bloom’s taxonomy in which he identified three learning domains: cognitive, affective, and psychomotor. Affective refers to the learners outlook, attitude, or mindset.
Affinity Diagram
Gather large numbers of ideas, organize them into logical groupings based on natural relationships among the items, and define groups of items. The outcomes of affinity diagrams are large groups of ideas that are grouped into related clusters of ideas, each with a clear title and with the relationship among the clusters clearly drawn
After Action Review
First developed by the US Army to allow individuals to learn for themselves after an action what happened and how to improve performance
Alternate Reality Game
A story like game that manifests in the real world, spread over time and space using varied media
Analysis
A systematic examination and evaluation of data or information that breaks it into component parts to uncover inter-relationships. Common analysis include: Audience Analysis, Gap Analysis, Job Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, SWOT Analysis, Taks Analysis, Training Needs Analysis
Audience Analysis
Conducted to understand the a target population, demographics, and other relevant information prior to job analysis, training, or other solutions
Gap Analysis
Identifies the discrepancy between desired and actual knowledge, skills, and performance, and specifies root causes
Job Analysis
Identifies all duties and responsibilities and the respective tasks done on a daily, weekly, mothly, or yearly basis
Root Cause Analysis
Identifies the true causes of the gap between desired and actual knowledge, skills, or performance
SWOT Analysis
A matrix analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, usually addressing an organizational analysis but can be used by an individual
Task Analysis
The process of identifying the specific steps to correctly perform a job function
Training Needs Analysis
The process of collecting and synthesizing data to identify how training can help an organization reach its goals
Analytics
The discovery and communication of meaningful patterns in data. Talent management analytics refers to the use of HR and talent data to improve business performance
Andragogy
The adult learning theory developed by Malcolm Knowles based on five key principles that influence how adults learn: Self-concept, prior experience, readiness to learn, orientation to learning, and motivation to learn
Appreciative Inquiry (AI)
An approach to large scale organizational change that involves the analysis or positive and successful (rather than negative or failing) operations. The AI 4-D Cycle (discovery, dream, design, destiny) includes identifying areas for improvement, analyzing previous successes, searching for solutions, and developing an action plan.
Areas of Expertise (AOE)
Specialized functional knowledge and skill sets needed for a particular job or industry. In the current Competency Model, 10 AOEs were identified in the T&D profession
Assessment Center
A catch-all term for a variety of exercise, including oral exercises, counseling simulation, problem analysis exercises, and group exercises
ASTD Competency Model
A occupation wide model that identifies the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to be a successful performer in the T&D field
ASTD HPI Model
A results based, systematic process used to identify performance problems, analyze root causes, select and design solutions, manage solutions in the work-place, measure results, and continually improve performance in an organization
Asynchronous Training or Learning
Learning in which the trainer and the learner do not participate simultaneously; for example, asynchronous e-learning
