Learning Theory
Motivation Theories
Performance and Resistance
Training Methods
Games and Application
100

This theory says people learn by observing others. Who developed it?

Social Learning Theory 

Albert Bandura

100

This theory divides needs into Existence, Relatedness, and Growth.

ERG Theory by Clayton Paul Alderfer

100

Performance equals Motivation times this times Environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes (KSA)

100

The most common and oldest training method

Lecture

100

Role-play is best for developing this type of skill.

Interpersonal skills

200

This theorist introduced assimilation and accommodation

Jean Piaget

200

This theory says motivation depends on expectancy, instrumentality, and valence.

Expectancy Theory by Victor Vroom

200

Resistance occurs when this is not high enough to overcome barriers to learning.

Motivation

200

This method combines short lectures with interaction

Lecture/Discussion

200

Business games are best for developing this skill

Decision-making skills

300

In this approach, the trainer controls learning and focuses on behavior change

Behaviorist approact

300

This theory focuses on consequences increasing or decreasing behavior.

Reinforcement Theory by B.F. Skinner

300

Name one way to combat resistance to learning

Peer support, supervisor support, climate for transfer

300

This simulation involves reviewing emails, memos, and problems to test strategy skills.

In-Basket Exercise

300

This question technique redirects a trainee's question back to the group

Relay question

400

These are the two cognitive processes critical for learning

Assimilation and Accommodation

400

If growth needs are not met, people focus more on lower-level needs.

Regression principle (in ERG theory)

400

If one factor in P = M × KSA × E equals zero, performance will be this.

Zero (or innefective)

400

This simulator must match both physical and psychological fidelity.

Equipment Simulator

400

This question type is directed to one specific trainee

Direct question
500

This 9-step instructinal model includes gaining attention and enhancing retention

Gagné–Briggs 9 Events of Instruction

500

In expectancy theory, if an employee does not care about the reward, this component is low 

Valence

500

Give one example of how environment can prevent performance

  • Broken equipment

  • No supervisor support

  • No opportunity to apply training

  • Negative workplace culture

500

This four-step WWII training method includes Prepare, Present, Try Out, and Follow Up.

Job Instruction Technique

500

This theory explains why praise increases desired behavior

Reinforcement Theory

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