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Knowledge Items & Learning System

Reference the Knowledge Items in the Introduction to the Learning System document.

Knowledge Items test one piece of information, have a single correct answer, and are anchored to a source. These items test recall of knowledge or a candidate’s understanding of information, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems, or ability to apply knowledge to predict an outcome. There are two types of Knowledge Items. Items referred to as basic Knowledge Items (KIs) cover key concept topics in the HR Knowledge Domains, while those referred to as Foundational Knowledge Items (FKIs) cover key concept topics in the Behavioral Competency areas. The exam presents four possible answers, but only one is correct

 

1. Explain the term Knowledge Items in your own words.
2. Explain the two types of Knowledge Item questions and the purpose of each in the SHRM-CP exam.

Part II – Reference the Situational Judgment Items: from the video: PART 1: Situational Judgment Success video.

1. Analyze each of the Five Test-Taking strategies regarding Situational Judgment Items (SJI).,
   1. Explain your findings and the purpose and goal of each strategy in your analysis.,
2. Select 2-3 test-taking strategies that will work best for you in preparation for correctly responding to Situational Judgment Items.,
   1. Explain the learning, mastering, and practice techniques you selected and why you believe they will work best for you.,

Part III – Based on your review of learning material from Week 2-5 including your experience with pre-tests thus far in your own words, respond to the following.,

1. Create a unique example of a Knowledge Item question with four potential answers to emphasize the correct answer.,
   1. Justify why the answer is correct.,
2. Create a unique scenario-based Situational Judgment Item question with four potential answers to emphasize the correct answer.,
   1. Justify why the answer is correct.

Reference the Knowledge Items in the Introduction to the Learning System document.

Knowledge Items test one piece of information, have a single correct answer, and are anchored to a source. These items test recall of knowledge or a candidate’s understanding of information, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems, or ability to apply knowledge to predict an outcome. There are two types of Knowledge Items. Items referred to as basic Knowledge Items (KIs) cover key concept topics in the HR Knowledge Domains, while those referred to as Foundational Knowledge Items (FKIs) cover key concept topics in the Behavioral Competency areas. The exam presents four possible answers, but only one is correct

1. Explain the term Knowledge Items in your own words.
2. Explain the two types of Knowledge Item questions and the purpose of each in the SHRM-CP exam.

Part II – Reference the Situational Judgment Items: from the video: PART 1: Situational Judgment Success video.

1. Analyze each of the Five Test-Taking strategies regarding Situational Judgment Items (SJI).
   1. Explain your findings and the purpose and goal of each strategy in your analysis.
2. Select 2-3 test-taking strategies that will work best for you in preparation for correctly responding to Situational Judgment Items.
   1. Explain the learning, mastering, and practice techniques you selected and why you believe they will work best for you.

Part III – Based on your review of learning material from Week 2-5, including your experience with pre-tests thus far, in your own words, respond to the following.

1. Create a unique example of a Knowledge Item question with four potential answers to emphasize the correct answer.
   1. Justify why the answer is correct.
2. Create a unique scenario-based Situational Judgment Item question with four potential answers to emphasize the correct answer.
   1. Justify why the answer is correct.