MTS Curriculum Development & Planning 3

Question 1

Which element of a Terminal Learning Objective (TLO) defines the minimum acceptable standard of performance?

Accepted Answer

Standard

Answer

The Standard component of a TLO specifies how well the task must be performed to be considered acceptable.

Question 2

A course design requires trainees to demonstrate proficiency before proceeding to advanced topics. This BEST describes which instructional strategy?

Accepted Answer

Mastery learning

Answer

Mastery learning requires learners to achieve a defined proficiency level before advancing, ensuring foundational competence before complex skill development.

Question 3

When writing enabling learning objectives (ELOs), they should be aligned to support the:

Accepted Answer

Terminal learning objective (TLO)

Answer

ELOs are subordinate objectives that directly support and lead learners toward achieving the Terminal Learning Objective.

Question 4

During curriculum development, a content expert recommends including 15 additional tasks in an already full course. The BEST response is to:

Accepted Answer

Conduct a job task analysis to determine which tasks are critical

Answer

A job task analysis objectively identifies which tasks are critical and frequently performed, providing a defensible basis for scope decisions.

Question 5

The MOST effective way to ensure instructional media supports rather than dominates lesson delivery is to:

Accepted Answer

Select media based on the learning objective requirements

Answer

Media selection should be driven by what best supports achieving the specific learning objective, not convenience or habit.

(MTS) Master Training Specialist Practice Test

(MTS) Master Training Specialist Practice Test

MTS Curriculum Development & Planning 3