BUS 375 Employee Training – Complete Course | ASSIGNMENT HELP

Week 1 – Discussion 1

Views of Human Resource Development

In the textbook, two main views of human resource development are examined.  Discuss the similarities and differences between the views of performance-based and developmental HRD.  Answer the questions:  Which view do you believe is more relevant to your organization.  Why?

Use this week’s lecture as a basis for your post. Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 1 – Discussion 2

Explicit, Implicit and Tacit Knowledge

There are three types of knowledge discussed in the textbook: explicit, implicit, and tacit. Describe the three types of knowledge. Give an example of each of the three types of knowledge based on your position in your organization. Which of the three types of knowledge is the most difficult for a trainer to teach?

Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 1 – Assignment

Vroom’s Model of Expectancy Theory

In a two- to three-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), examine how Vroom’s Model of Expectancy Theory can help with staffing issues in an organization. Include the following in your paper:

1. Describe Vroom’s Model of Expectancy Theory.
2. Describe how the model measures motivation.
3. Explain how the measure of valence can aid staffing issues in an organization.

Your paper must include in-text citations and references from at least two scholarly sources, excluding the textbook, and be formatted according to APA guidelines outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Week 2 – Discussion 1

Training Needs Analysis

Chapter three of the textbook describes the analysis stage of ADDIE. In this step, a training needs analysis is required.  Based on the training needs analysis, describe a training course that could be used for your current job position.  How will the training address the needs of the employees?

Use this week’s lecture as a basis for your post. Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 2 – Discussion 2

SMART Goals

Create three S.M.A.R.T. goals that are relevant to receiving your degree from Ashford.  How will identifying the S.M.A.R.T. goals aid you in achieving the ultimate goal of graduation?

Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 2 – Assignment

Performance Appraisals

Chapter Three of the textbook gives a basic description of five performance appraisal instruments. Choose one of the instruments, and write a two- to three-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), describing the instrument. Include the following in your paper:

1. Provide a rationale for your choice of the performance appraisal instrument.
2. Analyze the advantages of the instrument.
3. Analyze the disadvantages of the instrument.
4. Illustrate how the appraisal helps with the ADDIE model (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate).

Your paper must include in-text citations and references from at least two scholarly sources, excluding the textbook, and be formatted according to APA guidelines outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Week 3 – Discussion 1

Kirkpatrick’s Taxonomy

This week’s lecture describes the advantages and disadvantages of using Kirkpatrick’s taxonomy. As an HR employee tasked with creating and evaluating a training course for your organization, how would you use Kirkpatrick’s taxonomy to evaluate the training?  What could you do to minimize the disadvantages of the tool?

Use this week’s lecture as a basis for your post. Reference and cite the textbook in your original post.  Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 3 – Discussion 2

Beta-Testing

Read the article “Apple is Beta-testing an Update that Kills Evasion Jailbreak.”  In the textbook, beta-testing is described as used for formative evaluation and for fine-tuning. How does the story of Apple’s beta-test meet the criteria?

Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 3 – Assignment

E-learning for Training and Potential Barriers

In Chapter Five of the textbook, e-learning as a method of training is discussed. In Chapter Six, potential barriers of e-learning readiness to implementing e-learning as a training method are examined. In a two- to three- page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), examine e-learning and the barriers. Include the following in your paper:

1. Describe e-learning as a training method.
2. Describe the potential barriers of e-learning readiness.
3. Analyze how e-learning readiness has affected your success at Ashford University.
4. Explain what a trainer can do to prepare learners for e-learning.

Your paper must include in-text citations and references from at least two scholarly sources, excluding the textbook, and be formatted according to APA guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Week 4 – Discussion 1

Evaluative Tools

In chapter seven, three additional evaluation tools were introduced: the CIPP model of evaluation, Kaufman’s five levels of evaluation, and CIRO. Choose one of the three models of evaluation. Describe the model. What are the advantages? What are the disadvantages?

Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 4 – Discussion 2

Is It a Learning Organization?

In chapter eight, transfer of learning is examined. Transfer of learning is based on organizational climate. The climate of a learning organization is most conducive to the transfer of learning. Describe the characteristics of the learning organization. Based on the characteristics of your organization is it a learning organization? Why or why not?

Use this week’s lecture as a basis for your post. Reference and cite the textbook in your original post.  Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 4 – Assignment

Senge’s Five Disciplines and Organizational Climate

The learning organization is affected by both the individual and the organizational climate. In a two- to three-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), describe Senge’s five disciplines and the characteristics of an organizational climate that promotes organizational learning. Include the following in your paper:

1. Describe Senge’s five disciplines.
2. Discuss characteristics of an organizational climate that supports organizational learning.
3. Analyze how organizational climate and Senge’s disciplines are related to organizational learning.

Your paper must include in-text citations and references from at least two scholarly sources, excluding the textbook. You may use this week’s lecture as an additional resource. Your paper must be formatted according to APA Guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Week 5 – Discussion 1

Coaching versus Mentoring

Read the Forbes article “The Difference between Coaching and Mentoring.” Coaching and mentoring are both functions of HRM.  Many of the characteristics are similar. However, the two techniques are best used for different situations. Describe the main differences between coaching and mentoring. Give an example of a scenario in which coaching is the better method. Give an example in which mentoring is the better method.

Reference and cite the textbook in your original post. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 5 – Discussion 2

Corporate Social Responsibility)

Corporate social responsibility is not only a function of HR.  However, HR must ensure that employees understand the importance of corporate social responsibility and how they are affected.  Watch the video clip on Esprit and Patagonia.  After viewing the clip, answer the following questions.  How do these two organizations demonstrate corporate social responsibility? What role can HR take in creating a culture of corporate social responsibility?

Use this week’s lecture as a basis for your post. Reference and cite the textbook in your original post.  Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts.

Carefully review the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate this Discussion Thread.

Week 5 – Final Paper

Final Paper

The purpose of the Final Paper is for you to culminate the learning achieved in the course by describing your understanding and application of knowledge in the field of employee training through the analysis of a scenario related to the creation of a training course.

Focus of the Final Paper

In the course, you have examined several areas of employee training. For this paper, you will be applying this knowledge by examining the creation of a cultural diversity training course.

Imagine that you are in training and development for a global organization. You have been tasked with the creation of a cultural diversity training course that all employees will be required to take. Before designing the course, you must consider the ethical and cultural issues of the task.

In an eight- to ten-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), you must address the following:

1. Examine any legal implications in creating a training course that discusses culture. Identify what laws and regulations should be considered.
2. Explain how the demographic diversity of your employees affects discussions of cultural diversity.
3. Examine which ethical implications should be considered.
4. Examine if training can be standardized for all locations in a global organization. Analyze what media is best suited for training in a global setting.
5. Provide recommendations for implementing the training course.

Paper requirements

1. Must be eight to ten pages in length (excluding the title page, references page, exhibits, etc.) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a cover page:
   1. Title of paper
   2. Student’s name
   3. Course name and number
   4. Instructor’s name
   5. Date submitted
3. Must include an introductory paragraph with a clearly stated thesis or topic.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
7. Must use at least five scholarly sources, in addition to the text.
8. Must include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completed according to APA style as outlined in the approved style guide.

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