10 Chapter 9, Using the Computer in Training

Discussion Topics

1.What can computers do for the future of training? How can they strengthen or weaken the training process?

2.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of teleconferencing as a way to provide training.

3.Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of computer conferencing as a way to provide training.

Activities

1.Have students get on the Internet to search for selected information. Give them a list of items to look for such as andragogy, HRD. Discuss the process in class.

2.Have students visit a computer store and discuss the latest software and how it might be used in training.

Test Questions

1.When selecting a computer, you should make sure that it is capable of growth for future use. (T)

2.Communication is the latest use for the computer. (T)

3.The two biggest limitations on the use of the computer is your knowledge of the computer and its ability to perform the functions necessary. (F)

4.While the computer can aid you in the creating process, is has not yet replaced that process. (T)

S.The most important use of the computer for the new trainer is the accounting function. (F)

6.Learning a good computer language is essential if you want to make use of the computer for training. (F)

7.Computer-managed instruction has limited value to the communication trainer. (T)

8.Programmed instruction is the latest in a series of training innovations. (F)

9.Which of the following is not a basic use of a computer for training purposes? (a) creating, (b) accounting, (c) analyzing, (d) describing, (e) instructing.

10.One obvious advantage of CAI is that it: (a) allows the trainee to pace the instruction according to his/her own needs, (b) allows the trainer greater freedom to use handouts, (c) is easy for everyone to use and understand, (d) takes the place of the trainer, for the most part, (e) none of the above.

11.Before a trainer can successfully use software in the computer, s/he needs to

learn how to write (program) the necessary instructions . (F)

12.The most widely used creative function of the computer is computer

graphics. (F)

Essay

1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using teleconferencing for training?

2. Discuss the uses that a trainer can make of the computer in training.