Week 6: On-The-Job Training Flashcards
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On-the-job training takes place at the place of work and is run by a supervisor or [Blank]
On-the-job training takes place at the place of work and is run by a supervisor or experienced employee
True or False - On the Job training is the most commonly practiced method of training?
True
Adults need to see how what they are learning in training impacts their work / specific duties - this means that when using on the job training, learners will be MORE or LESS motivated?
More Motivated and more attentive (though there may be more distractions) because it is easier to see a direct
relationship between the training and job performance
5 Potential Problems with On the Job Training
It has not been carefully thought out and prepared
It has done on an ad-hoc basis with no predetermined content or process
No objectives or goals have been developed during training
Trainers are chosen on the basis of technical expertise; not training ability
Trainers have no formal training in how to train
The Trouble-shooting Diagrams on the side of a Printer at work would be an example of a
Performance Aid
Preparation -> Instruction -> Peformance and Follow up are the steps involved in
Job Instruction Training
When trainees are exposed to different areas in the workplace (i.e. serving staff working a kitchen shift) that is known as what
Job Rotation Training - Builds empathy anf understanding
Apprenticeship is for Skilled trades people and involves
Both Work experience and Classroom training
When a more experienced and knowledgeable staff member is formally called upon to help a person
Coaching
A senior member of an organization pairs with a JR employee
Mentoring (can be the other way around as well with Reverse-Mentoring where the Sr EE gains insights
Which of the 4 Steps in Job Instruction Training do the below pair with? (Prepare, Present, Performance of Follow Up?)
- Putting the trainee at ease
- Guaranteeing the learning
- Building interest and showing personal advantage
Prepare
Which of the 4 Steps in Job Instruction Training do the below pair with? (Prepare, Present, Performance of Follow Up?)
- Show trainee how to perform the job
- Repeat and explain in more detail
- Allow trainee to see whole job again
Present
Which of the 4 Steps in Job Instruction Training do the below pair with? (Prepare, Present, Performance of Follow Up?)
- Ask trainee to perform less difficult parts of the job
- Allow trainee to perform the entire job
- Provide feedback
- Let the learner practice
Performance
Which of the 4 Steps in Job Instruction Training do the below pair with? (Prepare, Present, Performance of Follow Up?)
- Check progress frequently first
- Tell the learner whom to go to for help
Follow Up
What are the Benefits of Apprenticeship Training?
- Recruitment Strategy
- Higher-Quality Work
- Increased Productivity
- Improved Safety
- Improved Company Reputation
