Training Transfer between CD-ROM Based Instruction and Traditional Classroom Instruction.

Abstract

Many research studies on the effect of organizational factors on training transfer have been conducted, but few studies have considered the effect that different training delivery methods have on training transfer. This study sought to identify if there is any difference in the perceived transfer of training between traditional classroom instruction learners and computer-based instruction learners. Other demographic variables (e.g., years of work experience, age, level of education, years of experience as a supervisor, online course experience, and gender) also were investigated to assess their influence of the transfer of training. The study results revealed that training delivery methods did not make any significant difference in the transfer of training while several demographic variables were associated with significant differences in some of the five subcategories of training transfer construct (organizational support, supervisory support, peer support, motivation, and self-efficacy).