FOR KIM WOODS

PLEASE NUMBER EACH ANSWER

1. How should a company assess readiness for learning? (Be sure to include characteristics of both the employee and the work environment.) (80 words)

1. Traditional job interviews have demonstrated low validity and reliability, and are a relatively expensive method of personnel selection. Recommend steps that organizations can take to avoid these pitfalls. (80 words)

1. Why are drug test a controversial component of the personnel selection process? What are some of ways in which organizations can avoid problems associated with drug testing? (80 words)

1. In terms of applicants applying for a job, how well do you think credit checks meet the effectiveness criteria of (a) reliability; (b) validity; (c) ability to generalize results; (d) high utility; and (e) legality? (Select any one and discuss your opinions with your classmates). (80 words)

Reference:

Noe, R. A., Hollenbeck, J. R., Gerhart, B., & Wright, P. M. (2011). Fundamentals of human resource management (4th ed.). Chicago, IL: McGraw-Hill.