- April 30, 2016
- CAP
Summary
CAP question
Which of the following statements describes an advantage of a self-study workbook for operator training?
A. Promotes reading, which is the most preferred learning style of adult learners
B. Provides interactivity through paper-and-pencil self-check questions and tests
C. Allows participants to delve deeper in areas of particular interest
D. Provides all participants with a common baseline of knowledge
CAP Answer
The correct answer is D, provides all participants with a common baseline of knowledge. Self-study workbooks ensure that all students have been exposed to the same learning objectives and material, assuming successful completion of the self-study course requirements.
Answer A is incorrect, since the most preferred learning style for adult learners is interactive or hands-on learning. Answer B is important, but this same advantage can be said of classroom/lecture and online/computerized study methods.
Answer C is not an advantage particular to self-study workbook training, as all forms of training will spark interest in many areas, which should lead to further study.
Reference: Trevathan, Vernon L., A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge, Second Edition, ISA, 2006.
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