KL Employee Handbook 2024-2025 Quiz

Who is the President of KnowledgeLink?

• Christine Lin

• Shane Foster

• Cuiping Jiang

• Stephen Fisher

What is the main mission of KnowledgeLink?

• To provide free education worldwide

• To increase access to educational opportunities through global academic programs

• To focus only on local school partnerships

• To offer online courses exclusively

Answer explanation

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INTRODUCTION TO KNOWLEDGELINK

Our goal at KnowledgeLink is to increase access to educational opportunities by providing students from around the world with the academic and cross-cultural experiences that supports their aspirations of pursuing higher education and professional careers on a global scale. We achieve this mission by creating, sustaining, and growing educational programming that integrates traditional instructional practices with cutting edge curriculum delivered in the classroom or online.

What type of schools does KL partner with?

• Only high schools

• Universities

• High schools and elementary schools

• Training Schools

Answer explanation

P.8

KL is focused only on in-person learning.

• true

• false

Answer explanation

P.10

KL also offers hybrid and online programs

What is the primary purpose of KnowledgeLink’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy?

• To prioritize hiring based on seniority within the company.

• To ensure fair treatment and prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics

• To guarantee promotions for employees who complete training programs.

• To restrict employment opportunities to local candidates only.

Answer explanation

P.9

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

KnowledgeLink provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all Company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

What happens if your visa application fails?

• You are reassigned to another country

• The employment contract automatically lapses

• You receive a temporary work permit

• You can reapply immediately

Answer explanation

P.9

VISA AND PERMIT ASSISTANCE

Your employment with KnowledgeLink in Asia is predicated on obtaining the requisite entry visa, and work and residency permits necessary to lawfully reside in the specific country and work at the KL Partnership Program school. Employees are advised to submit their visa applications as soon as possible after accepting KL’s offer of employment. KnowledgeLink will provide visa application instructions and other guidance to employees to obtain the visa. KL is not liable for the denial or failure of an employee’s visa application under all circumstances.

What system is used to track attendance?

• Fingerprint scanner

• Clock-in/clock-out system

• Manual sign-in sheet

• The honor system

Answer explanation

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ABSENTEEISM AND TARDINESS

Regular attendance is important to the smooth operation of KnowledgeLink and the school. If you are late or absent, it places a burden on other employees and may impact productivity, the students’ education, and team morale. All partner schools of KnowledgeLink operate a clock-in/clock-out system to track regular attendance. All employees are required to adhere to this system to ensure accurate record-keeping.

12. When is a doctor’s note required for sick leave?

• After 1 day

• After 2+ consecutive days

•  Only for hospitalization

•  Never required

Answer explanation

P. 31

If an employee is off sick for more than two or more consecutive workdays, the employee shall submit a valid medical certificate to his/her supervisor and the Human Resources Department upon return to work.

12. Which example violates the Anti-Bullying Policy?

•  Giving constructive feedback

•  Public humiliation

•  Offering help

•  Sharing ideas

Answer explanation

P. 13

12. What should you do if you witness bullying?

• Ignore it

• Report it to a supervisor or HR

• Confront the bully directly

• Discuss it with coworkers

Answer explanation

P. 13

To report workplace bullying, discussing the problem with your immediate supervisor is encouraged as a first step. If, however, you do not believe a discussion with your supervisor is appropriate or your problem is not resolved after discussion with your supervisor, you are encouraged to request a meeting with a KnowledgeLink Human Resources specialist. In an effort to resolve the problem, KnowledgeLink’s Human Resources specialist will consider the facts and may conduct an investigation.