At the beginning of a training session, a trainer instructed the learners to use Brand X computers because the instructional design assumes Brand X computers. Many learners objected. They felt that since they will be using Brand Y computers at work, they should work on Brand Y computers in the room. If the instructor needs to use Brand X computers to instruct, which of the following is the MOST appropriate way to respond to the learners' need to be able to apply course materials to job requirements?
Which of the following would an instructor do with a new class to get the learners involved?
During a virtual class, a trainer delivers all of the relevant course material via email. The trainer receives errors from several email addresses. Which of the following would cause errors for valid email addresses?
Which of the following is the BEST way to get learners engaged and to garner responses during a lecture?
A trainer needs to work with conflicting departments in a single classroom environment. Which of the following is the BEST way to engage the learners? (Select TWO).
After completing a course, a trainer is reviewing the course evaluations. It is noted on several evaluations that although the trainer knew the material, the presentation was disorganized. Which of the following is the BEST option to improve the trainer’s presentation?
At the start of the second day of a two-day class, the BEST way to begin the session is to:
Which of the following should a trainer do when they realize while they are covering the required training material that many learners appear to be confused?
Which of the following should a trainer do when excessive noise from the company break room is disturbing the students during an onsite training session?
An online student poses a question to the instructor that relates to the school’s procedures. The instructor should:
A trainer is leading a virtual computer lab class. Since all the actual equipment is remotely located from the learners, several of them have had issues receiving timely screen updates of their lab work. In which of the following ways should the trainer address this issue?
An instructor notices all the students on social networking sites or cell phones. Which of the following would be the BEST solution to encourage student engagement?
When a company provides training for their employees, which category on an evaluation will be MOST beneficial to the instructor?
An instructor has placed the learners into groups to discuss several topics. When the instructor walked around to monitor the group progress, the learners were off-task. Which of the following contributes MOST frequently to this situation?
For this question, decide whether the action makes it likely or unlikely that a trainer will achieve the goal. Select the BEST statement that explains why the action is likely or unlikely to accomplish the goal.
GOAL: To facilitate the learning process for a group of learners in a training class who are falling behind the more advanced learners
ACTION: The trainer asks the more advanced learners to tutor the less advanced learners during the last part of each class.
An instructor delivers a complex topic and notices that most of the class is continuously falling behind during exercises. Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent this situation?
An instructor has a learner in the class that is struggling with the subject matter being presented. The instructor notices the learner making facial expressions. Which of the following will MOST likely help the learner with the material?
Which of the following can a virtual trainer use to elicit feedback if they host asynchronous training sessions?
A trainer becomes aware that the students appear to be laughing quietly during the presentation of serious technical material. Which of the following actions should the trainer take?
An instructor has asked the learners to perform a task. If they successfully complete the task they have demonstrated:
While an instructor is answering questions during a course it is BEST for them to:
An assessment technique that focuses on the development or improvement of a program is known as:
An instructor has been asked by a customer to conduct a course in two weeks. The course material being used is outdated. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the customer's request?
From the surveys, which of the following measurement tools will give the trainer the MOST meaningful assessment on how successful a course was to a particular audience?
An instructor is delivering a computer training course. Which of the following is the BEST method for delivering the lecture that includes a presentation?
While the class is working on training modules, the instructor intermittently polls them to determine their pace in relationship to the daily objectives. Which of the following BEST describes what skill the instructor is demonstrating?
An instructor has been teaching for three hours on the first day of a three-day course. At the lunch break, the instructor reviews the preparedness of the learners and their responses to questions. The instructor notes that one learner does not demonstrate mastery of the concepts taught that morning. In this situation, which of the following should the instructor do?
An instructor is teaching an advanced two-day workshop for experienced users of a specific software program. The learners were recommended to participate by their supervisors. The instructor is informally talking with the learners prior to the first session, when one learner confides concerns about their ability to succeed in the course. The BEST way for the instructor to respond to the learner is to:
A contract instructor is delivering a class developed for a company. Learners have stated in the past that the material was confusing, there was not enough depth and the information was out of date. In planning for this course, which of the following might be BEST for the instructor to do to maximize the needs of the learners?
The phrase "I can do this, if they can" represents which of the following forms of motivation?
A contract trainer is hired to deliver a business writing class for an accounting department of a large organization. The terminal objective for the class is to decrease the amount of time workers spend writing the annual report.Which of the following shows how the trainer might BEST measure the group's improvement?
During a lecture an instructor constantly paces about the room making noise with a set of keys. Which of the following skills has the instructor failed to demonstrate?
An instructor is teaching a class and is constantly getting interrupted by a learner that is familiar with the subject. The learner's interruptions are starting to affect the class's ability to learn. Which of the following would be the FIRST action that the instructor could take to resolve the issue?
A company is hosting a major training event which several other companies have been invited to attend. The instructor is onsite and has already started the training. All of a sudden, the fire alarm goes off and everyone is instructedto leave the facility. After a 30-minute delay, everyone is instructed to reenter the building. Which of the following actions is the BEST way for the instructor to get the training back on schedule?
By the first break in a mandatory course, the students’ non-verbal communication demonstrates a lack of connection with the subject matter. The instructor can then:
Which of the following is the GREATEST drawback in implementing streaming videos to enhance learning and engage the audience?
Which of the following media should a trainer use to provide the objectives to students in a virtual course?
The trainer is teaching a class unexpectedly comprised of students who speak a different language than the instructor. By the first break it is obvious many of the students are having trouble understanding the instruction. Which of the following is the NEXT step for the trainer?
During a class, a student points out that one of the procedures that was explained has recently changed and the wrong steps are being taught. Which of the following should the trainer do to maintain an expert status with the class?
Which of the following would be on an evaluation when seeking feedback concerning courseware material used during a class?
If a class has some slow learners and some fast learners, which of the following is the correct pace in which to present material to the class?
A contract instructor is preparing training materials for a corporate client. The corporate client has supplied standardized material, but wishes to tailor it for their particular needs. Which of the following steps would BEST address this situation?
An instructor is conducting a virtual class and finds that several learners do not have computer systems that actually meet the guidelines for the course. Due to this, certain required shared applications will not work for them. Which of the following represents the BEST action for the instructor?
During a lecture on a complex technical topic, learners do not understand what is being presented. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the instructor to take?
An instructor listens to a learner's question and repeats it back to them. This is an example of which of the following?
Which of the following describes a form of feedback with the GREATEST positive impact?
An instructor is facilitating a week long course. It has become clear to the instructor that the majority of the learners lack motivation, evident by their lack of effort and willingness to contribute when prompted. Which of the following would BEST provide the learners assistance to achieve success? (Select TWO).
For this question, decide whether the action makes it likely or unlikely that an instructor will achieve the goal. Select the BEST statement that explains why the action is likely or unlikely to accomplish the goal.
GOAL: To employ instructional techniques appropriate to methods and instructional situations prescribed
ACTION: At the completion of each of the courseware's modules, the instructor lists additional reference materials and suggests additional exercises for the students.
When presenting a topic, which of the following is the BEST way to establish eye contact to ensure learner interest and participation?
An instructor is contracted to teach a highly technical on-site course. The instructor walks into a classroom filled with learners from various backgrounds. Which of the following should the instructor do FIRST?
To illustrate a point, the trainer uses a joke that the class does not understand. Which of the following should the trainer do next?
The BEST way for a training department to ensure continued support and budgeted dollars for its function is to:
During a tedious technical exercise the instructor notes that the learners are nervous and apprehensive about starting. Which of the following should the instructor do?
With a class of visual learners, which of the following methods is BEST to keep the learners involved? (Select TWO).
During the training session introduction, half of the participants indicate that they are interested in learning about topics that are not part of the course objectives. The BEST approach for the instructor is to:
An instructor is teaching a one week web design class. On the first, day many of the learners asks the instructor questions pertaining to the material that the instructor is not familiar with. The instructor tells them the answers will be provided the next day. The second day of the class the learners bring up more questions about the material and ask about yesterday's questions. The instructor does not have the answers and the learners lose confidence in the instructor's expertise in the subject. Which of the following BEST describes what the instructor could have done to better control this situation?
Which of the following BEST describes a situation in which it would be acceptable for an instructor to use appropriate colloquialisms, technical terms and acronyms in a classroom setting?
An instructor has given the class materials to complete an assignment and instructs them to start. One of the learners finishes the assignment in two minutes, but the instructor says it is incomplete. Which of the following should the instructor have done to clarify the requirements for the assignment?
At the end of a class all of the learners have passed the written exam; however, the majority of the learners are still not able to perform the specified task property. Which of the following statements BEST describes the instructor's performance?
Which of the following BEST describes the learner benefits of minimal note taking during an instructor led presentation or lecture?
An instructor is use to instructing experienced individuals. The instructor is delivering a class to a group of entry level learners. Which of the following will the instructor need to adjust for this specific group of learners?
When delivering a class for a group that contains primarily kinesthetic learners, it is important to:
A client has asked an instructor to modify information for a course to give the learners the knowledge needed for their company's proprietary system. The instructor discovers that the material cannot be modified due to copyright regulations. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the instructor?
A learner is asking a question but the instructor does not clearly understand what the learner is asking. Which of the following should the instructor do?
A learner asks a question about material that has been thoroughly covered. The instructor believes that the learner generally understands the material. Which of the following would be the BEST action for the instructor to take?
During an exercise an instructor notices a learner that is avoiding eye contact and not working. Which of the following actions should the instructor take?
An instructor is teaching a class that is filled with a variety of acronyms and technical jargon. Which of the following would help reinforce the definitions of the terms while using the least amount of classroom time?
When delivering lecture in a virtual classroom environment, an instructor should:
Which of the following methods should be used to positively motivate students in a mandatory training session?
An online instructor has received several emails from students who are asking the same question regarding an assignment. The online instructor would like to turn this into a learning opportunity. Which of the following options would BEST suit the instructor’s purpose?
After viewing a tradeshow demonstration, the trainer has been asked to develop a course highlighting the major points. Which of the following MUST be included when converting a demonstration into a training course? (Select TWO).
An instructor is planning the review for a lesson that teaches a specific set of actions to be performed. Which of the following would be the BEST question type for this type of instruction?
A trainer receives feedback from several classes that the pace of the class is acceptable but students comment that they have trouble taking notes while listening to the trainer. Which of the following tools could a trainer BEST use to assist the students?
Which of the following would BEST serve an instructor in ensuring that grammar and syntax are correct on any handouts that the instructor is to distribute within a session? (Select TWO).
Which of the following would be the BEST solution for determining the emotions of a virtual class?
The trainer and students have arrived at a location for training, via the use of various vehicles. A student is asking a question regarding parking validation. Which of the following would be the BEST response to this question?
During a training session, the trainer is assisting students with a lab. The trainer approaches a student and becomes aware that the student’s hygiene is affecting other members in the group. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the trainer to take?
Learners with mechanical mastery are learning a new technology. Which of the following is the MOST effective method?
A trainer has just delivered a large lecture. Although most of the learners seem satisfied, it is obvious from facial expressions that some did not fully grasp the material. Which of the following would be the BEST action for the trainer to take?
A student in an online course is feeling overwhelmed by the material that is in the student’s major. The student has also experienced a few life-altering events. Which of the following would be the BEST action to promote the student’s success?
The MOST effective way for a trainer to build rapport with a training audience is to:
A trainer in a virtual class wants to ensure students can learn from the other learners in the class. Which of the following methods should the trainer use?
A trainer is contracted to deliver a course. The client requires strict adherence to the course material as written. The trainer finds multiple areas of information to be missing. Which of the following should the trainer do? (Select TWO).
A trainer realizes that a handout used in the last course is missing the second page. Which of the following should the trainer do?
Midway through delivering a training course, the instructor notices many students struggling to maintain the instructor’s pace. Which of the following might the instructor do to slow down the pace of the course?
Which of the following should a trainer do if during a training session the classroom computers no longer have Internet access?
A learner just participated in an online training session that contains three sections with five modules, each 20 minutes in length. Which of the following is the MOST efficient option for module assessment?
A trainer is concerned that one of the students does not understand the material. The student performs well on labs and responds to questions during class but has not passed any of the written course evaluations. Which of the following BEST meets the needs of the student?
An instructor is asking overhead questions, but only one learner is volunteering to answer questions. Which of the following should the instructor do when asking the next question?
Which of the following can a virtual trainer use to elicit feedback if they host synchronous training sessions?
A trainer has just finished delivering the theory and steps to perform a task. Which of the following would be the BEST way to assess if the learners have grasped the information?
An instructor just finished discussing a topic. Afterwards, one of the learners displays uncertainty with their body movement. Which of the following is the MOST likely action the instructor should take NEXT?
Which of the following would be an example of setting up a proper learning environment?
Which of the following are reasons trainers compile an end-of-class report? (Select TWO).
After completing instruction on a topic, which of the following tasks would the instructor perform to evaluate learner retention? (Select TWO).
Which of the following is MOST appropriate for a trainer to use to regain students' focus?
Which technique is BEST for creating an effective learning environment that will engage learners and lead to learner retention?
An instructor asks a learner a question. The learner's response confuses some of the other learners. Which of the following would be the BEST action for the instructor to take?
In an economics lecture, the instructor wants to illustrate that, theoretically, a situation could never happen. Which of the following hand gestures would be MOST effective in making this point?
During a corporate training event, the trainer is covering all the course objectives and skills the managers have described in the course outcomes. Which of the following can the trainer do to ensure that the students can apply the skills?
A client needs content to be delivered in a shorter timeframe than the trainer had planned for. Which of the following should the trainer do to ensure the class will meet the new time constraints?
A trainer is designing a lab to evaluate the learners’ ability to apply the information learned. They want to provide the learners with feedback from the evaluation. Which of the following evaluation methods will provide the BEST feedback?
After covering a topic, a trainer asks, “What is the third step of the process?” The trainer waits a few seconds and then asks a particular learner to answer the question. This particular approach is an example of which of the following types of questions?
Which of the following is the MOST effective instructional media to offer trainees to keep them engaged during instruction?
A student constantly interrupts the presentation to show their knowledge of the subject matter to impress their boss who is also in the class. Which of the following shows how the trainer should handle the situation?
On several end-of-course evaluations, a trainer noticed that participants stated that the pace of the course was too slow. Which of the following actions should the trainer take?
The trainer reaches a portion of the course that is not as captivating as the rest of the course. Which of the following would be the BEST method to motivate students?
Which of the following is a common technique that trainers use to assess learners during and after a lecture?
During the introduction to the course material, the trainer realizes that the students do not have the required prerequisite knowledge. Which of the following courses of action should the trainer take?
An instructor has just discussed several topics. Which of the following should the instructor do NEXT before moving on to discuss other topics? (Select TWO).
A learner asks a trainer a question about a topic area that is related to the course. The trainer has no knowledge on the topic area. Which of the following are the BEST ways to respond to the question? (Select TWO).
The BEST method for verifying that a learner is absorbing the information is by:
During a training course, the instructor notices that there are errors on some of the materials issued to learners. Which of the following should the instructor do NEXT?
A learner asks a long, drawn-out question that seems to ramble. The question is not clear to the trainer. Which of the following are appropriate next steps? (Select TWO).
During pre-course communications the instructor discovers that the course is different than the one expected by the class. Which of the following would be the BEST course of action?
Which of the following indicates how a trainer can BEST utilize feedback received from participant evaluations?
Certain business practices are driven by scenarios that are centered on performing specific tasks. The BEST delivery method would be:
A student asks an off-topic open-ended question. Which of the following would be the BEST response?
A trainer discovers that the assigned room for the program is equipped with a projector and two easel pads. The curriculum requires several important overheads that help explain key objectives of the program. However, the sun coming through the uncovered windows will prevent students from seeing any of the overheads. Which of the following should the trainer do FIRST?
A company is preparing to roll-out a training course on advanced accounting skills. The company has asked a contract instructor to facilitate the course. The instructor has no background in accounting. Which of the following should the instructor do?
An instructor is discussing key material for a course when a learner asks a question that will lead to material that the class is not yet prepared for. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the instructor?
Which of the following statements BEST describes the value of using a variety of question types during instruction?
An instructor completed the required content of a technical course early. The instructor decided to fill the time by writing tasks on the board and assigning them to individual students. A timeline was provided for the overall task completion and all students were expected to apply their new knowledge to the task assigned. The instructor then proceeded to work on plans for the next course in this situation, which of the following statements about the appropriateness of the activity is true?
An instructor is delivering a course with limited time and has learners with various skill levels. Which of the following would the instructor do to BEST follow up any needs of the learners?
A learner returns from break ten minutes late during a short lecture. Which of the following is the BEST response?
An instructor has just covered a particularly difficult topic in class. To ensure that the learners understand the material which kind of questioning would be most helpful?
While lecturing a group of learners, the instructor moved around the room and paused several times for emphasis. These actions are:
The instructor noticed that a discussion was getting oft track and out of control. Which of the following question types can help the instructor gain control of the discussion?
An instructor is teaching a week long course. One of the learners has not had as much exposure to the course material as the other learners. Which of the following describes how the instructor should handle the situation?
An instructor has been assigned to work with a learner in a one-to-one setting to improve the learner's understanding of a particular subject. When they meet, the learner seems uninterested and unmotivated by the subject. Which of the following would be the BEST way for the instructor to motivate the learner?
A training class has been rescheduled for one hour earlier than originally planned. Ten of the fifteen participants arrived at the adjusted start time. The remaining learners will likely not arrive until the original start time. Which of the following would be the BEST action for the instructor to take in this instance?
A client requests a half-day course on a software application from an instructor. The instructor has laptops available for rent, but the client is not interested in paying the cost. Which of the following is the BEST method to handle this situation?
When a learner leans back and crosses their arms in response to a direct question, this MOST likely indicates they:
At which of the following times should student pre-class surveys be completed? (Select TWO)
Two instructors are team teaching. The first instructor receives an excellent evaluation and the second instructor receives a lower evaluation. Which of the following methods would work BEST to make the second instructor more effective?
An instructor will deliver a course where the material has been recently revised but poorly written. Which of the following is the BEST approach in ensuring that the objectives of the course are obtained by the learners?
During a class several learners are eager to learn a related skill that is useful on the job but is not in the curriculum. Which of the following is the BEST way to handle this request?
An instructor is delivering a live distance learning class and is informed that some of the learner's computers do not have sound cards. Which of the following should the instructor do in the future to ensure that the learners will have the ability to hear all lectures?
A learner seems to understand the material yet still has a question concerning it. Which of the following actions will BEST facilitate the learner?
Which of the following question techniques would be LEAST likely to assess the understanding of a learner?
A student approaches the instructor with concerns that a specific assignment does not appear to meet any of the course objectives. Which of the following would be the BEST instructor response?
After performing a needs assessment, the trainer determines that the audience’s skills and talents do not coincide with the training that the organization is requesting. The audience’s skill level is inadequate and it is not possible to move forward with the curriculum suggested by the organization. Which of the following would be the BEST approach for the trainer?
An instructor has just completed a five-day technical seminar. Which of the following would be the BEST post-course support method to communicate with learners?
A trainer is suspecting that a specific learner is not grasping the material that was just covered. Which of the following question types would BEST determine this student’s comprehension?
Which of the following teaching techniques would BEST enable a reserved student to participate more in class?
The client has provided third party training materials to use during a class. The trainer notices that several outcomes for the training are not covered in the material. Which of the following should the trainer do to prepare to teach the course?
A student asks the trainer an intricate question. Which of the following should the trainer do to interpret the question?
A class has a few students who have prior knowledge in the subject matter. After teaching the lesson, which of the following would be the BEST way to proceed?
While preparing to deliver a new course, the instructor notices several areas that could be confusing. Which of the following is the BEST way for the instructor to introduce these sections to the learners?
Which of the following virtual tools would be BEST for students in an online synchronous class to indicate they have a question?
A learner in an asynchronous e-learning course is having problems retaining the information from the course. Which of the following is the BEST solution to the learner’s problem?
A learner finds that the procedures taught in a course fit perfectly into the needs of the business. When returning to work the student finds that their workload yields insufficient time to perform the procedures. Which of the following BEST represents the failure in information transfer?
An instructor has been asked to develop a customized training course for a company. Which of the following should the instructor do FIRST?
A classroom instructor wants to deliver an exam using the Internet-enabled computers in the classroom. The instructor wants students to have access to the exam only from the classroom on a specific date and time. Which of the following will accomplish these goals?
Which of the following activities is BEST when a group of workers in a class includes a high number of active learners?
Working independently, several learners are completing a computer lab assignment. One learner wants to know when an advanced topic related to the lab will be covered in the course. Which of the following should be the instructor’s response?
Which of the following are the BEST methods for assessing learners’ knowledge of an objective when their work entails life-or-death decision-making skills? (Select TWO).
The MOST effective technique for encouraging learners to interact and share ideas, while attaining the objectives of the course and developing learner confidence, is to facilitate a(n):
In a classroom setting, the same student keeps calling out the answer, stopping other students from participating. Which of the following would remedy this situation while motivating all learners?
A trainer delivers a course, leaving out information. Delivering a course in this fashion can lead to:
During a training class, a few aggressive learners continued to dominate the question and answer sessions. Which of the following is the FIRST course of action for the instructor to take?
The trainer assigns a lab and then wanders around the room observing the students. The trainer makes comments or helps students some of the time. Which of the following would be the BEST feedback for a student who has finishedthe lab early without difficulties?
On the first day of a course, the trainer realizes that a friend is taking the course. Which of the following actions should the trainer take?
A corporate trainer has their session recorded on video as a part of their evaluation. Throughout the video, the evaluator noticed that the trainer stood in front of the room throughout the entire session. The presenter MOSTlacks which of the following methods of communication with learners?
During the start of the class, three of the learners who are competent in the subject matter inform the instructor that their attendance in the class is due to job requirement. Which of the following techniques will BEST motivate these three learners to get more out of the class?
An instructor is preparing an application form for a new class which presents intermediate level material on a particular topic. Which of the following information should be included on the form?