HRM 370 2011 Spring Book Training Dictonary

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HRM Dictionary and Abbreviations;

Accumulated by Tajuddin AhmedFaculty NSU

ability

The capacity to perform an act, either innate or as the result of learning

and practice.

ability grouping

Arrangement whereby students are assigned to groups on the basis of

aptitude testing.

accelerated learning

Combining adult learning theory and whole brain learning theory in the

learning environment to achieve a faster learning rate.

accuracy

The degree of freedom from error or the degree of conformity to astandard.

achievement

A measurement of what a person knows or can do after training.

action learning

This is a continuous process of learning and reflection with the intention

of getting something done. Learning is centered around the need to find asolution to a real problem. Most action learning programs take from four

to nine months to complete. Learning is voluntary and learner driven,

while individual development is as important as finding the solution to theproblem. Reg Ravens, the originator of "action learning" basis this

learning method on a theory called "System Beta." The whole idea is that

the learning process should closely approximate the "scientific method."The real model is cyclical (you proceed through the steps and when you

reach the last step (6) you relate the analysis to the original hypothesis and

if need be, start the process again. The six steps are:

1. Formulate Hypothesis (an idea or concept)2. Design Experiment (consider ways of testing truth or validity of

idea or concept)

3. Apply in Practice (put into effect, test of validity or truth)4. Observe Results (collect and process data on outcomes of test)

5. Analyze Results (make sense of data)

6. Compare Analysis (relate analysis to original hypothesis)

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action verb

A word that conveys action/behaviors and reflects the type of performancethat is to occur (i.e., place, cut, drive, open, hold). Action verbs reflect

behaviors that are measurable, observable, verifiable, and reliable.

active learning

A process of learning new ideas, skills and attitudes through what we do at

work or in other behavioral situations. It is about learning from doing,

performing, and taking action. The action can be either mental (e.g.reflection) or physical (e.g. case study). It uses such devices as games,

simulations, introspection, role playing, etc.

action maze

A case study which has been programmed. Learners receive enoughinformation to take them to their first decision point. The decision then

takes them to the next frame, which explains the consequence of theirdecision. This process is continued until the maze has been completed.

activity step

The step of learner activity based on the enabling objective. In achieving

the activity the learner is carried through the teaching points and the

teaching steps.

actuals

Information about the current skills, knowledge, perspectives and

environment of individuals in an organization. Specifics about whatpeople now do.

adaptive branching (adjustive device)

Any of several techniques used in scheduling to accommodate individualdifferences. It may permit the student to bypass material they already

know or may provide them with additional instruction as needed.

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adjunct program

A type of instructional device that applies programming principles toexisting course materials, texts, manuals, etc. Learners are directed to

specific areas within these materials that support course objectives; then

directed to respond and given confirmation until they have progressedthrough the material and have accomplished predetermined objectives.

affective domain

A classification of objectives that focus on the development of attitudes,beliefs, and values. Affective learning is about gaining new perceptions

(e.g., self-confidence, responsibility, respect, dependability, and personal

relations).

Receiving: Aware of, passively attending to certain stimuli.

Responding: Complies to given expectations by reacting to stimuli. Valuing: Displays behavior consistent with single belief or attitude

in situations where not forced to obey.

Organizing: Committed to a set of values as displayed by behavior.

Characterizing: Total behavior consistent with internalized values.

analogy

A cognitive process in which an example or schema is used to map a new

solution for a similar problem.

analysis phase

First of the Instructional System Design phases (ADDIE). The purpose of

this phase is to determine what the job holder must know or do on the joband to determine training needs. Also see front-end analysis

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andragogy

From the Greek words "anere", for adult and "agogus", the art and scienceof helping students learn. Widely used by adult educators to describe the

theory of adult learning. The term offers an alternative to pedagogy. The

andragogic model asks that five issues be considered and addressed informal learning:

Letting learners know why something is important to learn - The

need to know.

Showing learners how to direct themselves through information -

The need to be self directing.

Relating the topic to the learner's experiences - Greater volume and

quality of experience.

People will not learn until ready and motivated to learn - Readiness

to learn.

A need to have a life centered, task centered, or problem centeredorientation - Often this requires helping them overcomeinhibitions, behaviors, and beliefs about learning.

aptitude

The ability of an individual to acquire a new skill or show the potential for

acquiring a skill when given the opportunity and proper training.

asynchronous learning

Any learning event that is delivered after the original liveevent. Also used to indicate a learning event where theinteraction is delayed over time, such as a correspondencecourse.

assessment

Essentially a measurement process of the learning that has either taken

place or can take place. Usually measured against stated learning

outcomes:

Predictive assessment attempts to measure what the learner mightachieve given suitable training.

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