Training and Development Lecture Notes

A comprehensive set of vocabulary flashcards covering the definitions, importance, processes, and evaluation methods of training and development based on the lecture transcript.

Training

A planned activity that helps a person improve the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed for a current task or role.

Development

A broader, longer-term process that prepares a person for future responsibilities, career opportunities, and personal growth.

Gap Concept

The difference between what is currently happening and what should be happening, usually showing what knowledge, skills, or abilities people need to improve.

Confidence

Believing that you can do something well.

Competence

Having the knowledge and skills to do a task correctly.

Internship

An experience that helps students learn how to behave and work in a real company.

Practicum

An experience that gives students the skills and confidence to perform actual workplace tasks.

Communication

The ability to express ideas clearly and listen to others.

Teamwork

Cooperating and working well with other people.

Leadership

Guiding, motivating, and making decisions for a group.

Problem-solving

Finding solutions when something goes wrong.

Continuous Learning

Helping employees keep gaining new knowledge and skills even after they are already working.

Career Advancement

Becoming qualified for promotion, higher positions, or greater responsibilities.

Needs Assessment

The first step of the training process focused on identifying the gap.

Objectives

The second step of the training process where you state what learners should achieve.

Design

The third step of the training process involving the choice of content, method, and materials.

Delivery

The fourth step of the training process where the learning activity is conducted.

Evaluation

The final step of the training process where results are checked and improvements are made.

Lecture / Mini-talk

A training method best suited for teaching concepts and frameworks.

Workshop

A training method where learners practice a skill with guidance.

Role-play

A training method used to practice communication and workplace situations.

Case study

A training method used to analyze realistic problems and decisions.

Simulation

A training method where learners learn through a realistic practice environment.

Coaching / Mentoring

A training method where individuals receive individualized feedback and support.

Reaction

An evaluation level that identifies if learners found the training useful and engaging.

Learning

An evaluation level that determines if knowledge or skills improved.

Behavior

An evaluation level that checks if learners are applying the skill in real situations.

Results

An evaluation level that measures if performance or outcomes improved.