Training Leads to Declarative Knowledge, the Acquisition of Skills and Abilities

question 20

Multiple Choice

Training leads to declarative knowledge, the acquisition of skills and abilities, and the retention of both over time. According to the model of training effectiveness, what other factor does NOT impact a trainee's ability to learn and retain information and knowledge?

• A) a trainee's attitude toward his/her job
• B) a trainee's "self-belief"
• C) a trainee's mental ability
• D) organizational effectiveness

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Definitions:

Normative Commitment

An employee's psychological attachment to an organization, stemming from a sense of obligation.

Organizational Commitment

The psychological attachment and loyalty an employee has towards their organization, often reflected in their willingness to remain a part of it.

Forms of Commitment

Refers to the different ways individuals can be attached to an organization, including emotional attachment (affective commitment), obligation (normative commitment), and cost-based attachment (continuance commitment).

Normative Commitment

A feeling of obligation to remain with an organization because of moral or ethical beliefs.