An instructor is assigned a two-day, entry-level computer class for eight employees of a large
corporation. The first morning, the learners state that they have been told that their performance
will be evaluated on the basis of how well they can transfer new computer skills to job-related
tasks. They are resentful and unwilling to participate. The situation described supports which of
the following conclusions?
A.
Entry-level computer courses are generally best taught by in-house training staff.
B.
Changes in sequences of instructional activities and class content should be learner-directed.
C.
Learner-defined learning objectives take priority over employer-defined learning objectives.
D.
Barriers to the process of learning and instruction are often unrelated to the instructional
design.
Explanation: