PHR Learning and Development 2

Question 1

In the ADDIE instructional design model, which phase involves identifying the performance gap and learner characteristics?

Accepted Answer

Analysis

Answer

The Analysis phase identifies the performance gap, target audience, and learning needs before design begins.

Question 2

Which level of Kirkpatrick's evaluation model measures the on-the-job application of learned skills?

Accepted Answer

Behavior

Answer

Level 3 (Behavior) assesses whether participants apply what they learned to their actual work.

Question 3

A company wants to calculate training ROI. Which formula correctly expresses it?

Accepted Answer

(Program benefits - Program costs) / Program costs × 100

Answer

ROI is net program benefits divided by program costs, expressed as a percentage.

Question 4

Andragogy, as defined by Malcolm Knowles, primarily describes the principles of:

Accepted Answer

Adult learning

Answer

Andragogy is Knowles's theory of how adults learn, emphasizing self-direction and experience.

Question 5

Which type of learning evaluation is conducted DURING program development to improve it?

Accepted Answer

Formative evaluation

Answer

Formative evaluation occurs while a program is being developed to refine and improve it.

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