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Details Title: Human Resource Management Description: Test 2, Chpt 6-10 Total Flash Cards: 50 Created: 04/24/2007 11:36:54	To study from this set of flash cards, or to create your own your own study flash cards, register HERE. If you are already a registered user, CLICK HERE.
Cards Term Reliability means... Definition the extent to which a measurement is free from random error Term Validity means Definition the extent to which performance on a measure is related to what the measure is designed to assess Term criterion-related validity means Definition a measure of validity based on showing a substantial correlation between test scores and job performance scores Term predictive validity means Definition research that uses test scores of all applicants and looks for relationship between scores and future performance of applicants hired Term concurrent validity means Definition research that consists of administering a test to people who currently hold a job then comparing scores to existing measure of job performance Term content validity means Definition consistency between the test items and the kinds of situstions that occur on the job Term construct validity means Definition consistency between high test score and high level of construct such as intelligence or leadership, as well as between mastery of construct and successful job performance Term generalizable means Definition valid in other contexts beyond the context in which the selection method was developed Term utility means Definition extent to which something provides economic value greater than its cost Term applications Definition contact info work experience educational background applicant's signature Term resumes Definition applicants can introduce themselves to a potential employer applicants control what info employers see biased in favor of applicant use as basis for further investigation Term references Definition names and numbers of former employers or others to vouch for their job performance Term background checks Definition verifies if the aplicant has criminal background and that all information presented is correct Term aptitude test means Definition test that assesses how well a person can learn a skill Term achievement test means Definition test that measures a person's existing skills or knowledge Term cognitive ability test means Definition test designed to measure such mental abilities as verbal, quantitative and reasonong skills Term assessment center is Definition wide variety of specific selection programs using multiple selection methods to rate applicants on management potential Term Big 5 are Definition extroversion adjustment agreeableness conscientiousness inquisitiveness Term honesty-integrity tests are Definition ask applicants about attitudes towards theft and laws Term nondirective interview is Definition selection interview where the interviewer has great discretion in choosing questions to ask each candidate Term structured interview is Definition selection interview that consists of predetermined set of questions for interviewed to ask Term situational interview is Definition structured interview where interviewer describes a situation and asks candidate what he would do in the siuation Term Behavioral Description Interview BDI is Definition structured interview where interviewer asks candidate to desvribe how he handled a situation in the past. Term panel interview is Definition selection interview where several members of the organization meet to interview each candidate Term multiple hurdle model is Definition process of arriving at a selection decision by eliminating some candidates at each stage of the selection process Term compensatory model is Definition process of arriving at a selection decision where a very high score on one type of assessment can make up for a low score on another Term training is Definition an organization's effort to help employees aquire skills and apply them to the job Term Instructional Design Definition A process of systematically developing training to meet specified needs Term Needs Assessment Definition The process of evaluating the organization, individual employees, and employees' tasks to deterine what kind of trainings necessary Term Organization Analysis Definition A process for determing the appropriateness of training by evaluating the characteristics of the organization. Term Person Analysis Definition A process of determining individuals' needs and readiness for training Term Task analysis Definition The process of identifying and analyzing tasks to be trained for Term Readiness for training Definition A combination of employee characteristics and positive work environment that permit training. Term Training Methods Definition Classroom Instruction-Lecutring a group to train employees by a Trainer. Audiovisual Training- audio/videotapes, work books, etc. Computer-Based Training- Term Group-build methods Definition Training methods in which trainees share ideas and experiences, build group identity, understand interpersonal relationships, and learn the strengths and weaknesses of themselves and their coworkers Term E-learning Definition Receiving training via the Internet or the organization's intranet Term On-The-Job Training (OJT) Definition Training methods in which a person with job experience and skill guides trainees in practicing job skills at the workplace Term Apprenticeship Definition A work-study training method that teaches job skills through a combination of on-the-job training and classroom training Term Internship Definition On-the-job learning sponsored by an educational institution as components of an academic program Term Simulation Definition A training method that represents a real-life situation, with trainees making decisions resulting in outcomes that mirror what would happen on the job Term Simulation Definition A training method that represents a real-life situation, with trainees making decision resulting in outcomes that mirror what would happen on the job Term Virtual Reality Definition A computer-based technology that provides an interactive, three-dimensional learning experience Term Experiential Programs Definition Training programs in which participants learn concepts and apply them by simulating behaviors involved and analyzing the activity, connecting it with real-life situations Term Adventure Learning Definition A teamwork and leadership training program based on the use of challenging structured outdoor activities Term Cross-training Definition Team training in which team members understand and practice each other's skills so that they are prepared to step in and take another member's place Term Coordination Training Definition Team training that teaches the team how to share information and make decisions to obtain the best team performance Term Readability Definition The difficulty level of written materials Term Transfer of training Definition On-the-job use of knowledge, skills, and behaviors learned in training Term Orientation Definition Training designed to prepare employees to perform their jobs effecitvely, learn about their organziation, and establish work relationships. Term Diversity Training Definition Training designed to change employee attitudes about diversity and/or develop skills needed to work with a diverse workforce