Learning Techniques

Question 1

Matching Training Methods for Better Learning Outcomes

Answer 1

Trainees have their own preference in learning

Therefore, trainers ought to tailor fit their training programs and methods to take full advantage of the outcome of the training

Question 2

Why learning style must be a concern?

Answer 2

For better learning outcomes.

Question 3

What is realistic connotation

Answer 3

The trainers should implement different learning strategies to attain the learning objective.

Question 4

What do every individual has?

Answer 4

Favored way of learning in contrast to others.

Question 5

What is vital to the trainers and educators?

Answer 5

To know a variety of styles of learning so that they will be able to successfully connect in transferring knowledge and skills.

Question 6

Learning styles equals to

Answer 6

Instructional materials and training methods.

Question 7

Four types of learners.

Answer 7

1. Visual
2. Auditory
3. Reading or writing
4. Kinesthetic

Question 8

What is the responsibility of trainers?

Answer 8

To match the training methods to be utilized with the learning styles of trainees in order to generate better learning outcomes.

Question 9

What is a gauge for a successful training program?

Answer 9

Producing better learning outcomes.

Question 10

Visual

Answer 10

Learners are those who prefer visual aids such as diagrams and handouts and they like better to reflect in pictures.

They like to draw and scribble and have a

Question 11

Auditory

Answer 11

They are apt to learn from lectures and discussions

They are fond of sounds and music

This type of learner employs aural content in association and visualization

Question 12

Reading/writing

Answer 12

They favor the gathering of information from written words

Question 13

Kinesthetic

Answer 13

They gain knowledge through experience

They love to experiment

They love projects to discover

They like physical exercise and breed ideas while doing exercises

They cannot sit for extended periods of time and would… …and love to try it out

Question 14

Instructor led classroom instruction

Answer 14

Instructor led training stays to be one of the most popular training techniques for trainers

This method of has the trainer lecturing a group of people

Traditional classroom instruction is the least expensive, least time consuming ways to discuss information on particular topics to many trainees

The trainer ought to encourage more active participation, provide job related examples and offer many exercises so that trainees will learn more and use information presented on the job

Question 15

Types of Instructor led training

Answer 15

1. Blackboard or whiteboard
2. Overhead projector
3. Video portion
4. Powerpoint presentation
5. Storytelling

Question 16

1. Blackboard or whiteboard

Answer 16

Old fashioned method, but still very effective especially if trainers invite trainees to write on the board or ask for feedback on what has been written on the board.

Question 17

2. Overhead projector

Answer 17

This method allows the trainer and even the trainee to write on the material an customize presentations easily on the spot.

Question 18

3. Video portion

Answer 18

Lectures can be chopped with video portions that give details on sections of the training topic or that show case studies for argument.

Question 19

4. Powerpoint presentation

Answer 19

Custom made group training sessions directed by an instructor

Provides for easy make up sessions for employees who fail to attend the group session via usb

Question 20

5. Storytelling

Answer 20

Stories can be utilized as illustrations of right and wrong ways to carry out skills with the result of each way described

This technique makes communication simpler since its non intimidating with no one precise answer

Cost effective, particularly if trainers have their own stories to tell

Question 21

Advantages of Instructor-Led Training

Answer 21

1. Instructor led training is an efficient method for discussing a large body of material for either large or small groups of employees
2. It is a personal, face to face type of training as opposed to computer based training and other methods
3. It guarantees that each person gets similar information at the same time
4. It is cost effective, especially when guest speakers are not outsourced
5. Storytelling captures people’s interest

Question 22

Disadvantages of Instructor-Led Training

Answer 22

1. At times, it is not interactive
2. The success of the training depends much on the effectiveness of the lecturer
3. The arrangement of classroom sessions for large number of trainees can be complex particularly when trainees are at different locations

Question 23

How to effectively utilized lectures?

Answer 23

By making sure the audience is engaged throughout the session.

Question 24

Methods for audience engagement

Answer 24

1. Train trainers in the art and science of public speaking
2. Give trainers the materials they need
3. Use with interactive methods

Question 25

Audiovisual Techniques

Answer 25

Audiovisual Techniques

Question 26

Consider using Audiovisual techniques in the following situations

Answer 26

1. When there is a requirement to demonstrate how to pursue a certain progression over time — like machine repair (sequential repair). The stop action, instant replay and last or slow motion capabilities of audiovisuals can be helpful here
2. When there is a requirement to expose trainees to events not easily demonstrable in live lectures, like an ocular tour of a factory or open heart surgery
3. When there is a requirement for organization wide training an place to place is too costly to move trainers from

Question 27

The use of video has several advantages —

Answer 27

1. Trainers can review, slow down or speed up lesson which allows flexibility in customizing the training session based on the expertise of trainees
2. Trainees can be exposed to equipment, problems and events that cannot be shown like equipment malfunction, angry customers or cases of emergencies
3. Trainees get constant instruction; program content is not affected by the interests and goals of a specific trainer
4. Videotaping trainees permit them to see and hear their own performances with no interpretation coming from the trainer

Question 28

Most problems with video comes from the creative approach used like

Answer 28

a. too much content for the trainee to absorb
b. poor dialogue between the actors which hinders the c. credibility and clarity of the message
overuse of humor, music or drama

Question 29

Persuasive Presentation

Answer 29

1. Summary of the Situation: CLON
   Condition
   Limitation
   Opportunity
   Needs
2. Idea: What do you want
3. How it works: What, Who, When, Where, How
4. Benefits
5. Close