The Development and Trial Evaluation of Alternate Programs for Unit Training Managers and Trainers
Abstract
The goal of this effort was to develop alternate training programs to enable unit training managers and trainers to employ performance-based practices in training and in evaluating individuals in their performance in the unit. The work was performed in conjunction with the 7th Infantry Division, Fort Ord, California. Using official Army guidance documents, training manager and trainer functions were analyzed into tasks. Performance objectives were then developed and used to guide construction of performance tests and training programs. Two training approaches were employed. Directed Practice (DP) and Guided Self Study (GSS) programs were developed for both manager and trainer. The DP programs involved frequent face-to-face interactions between managers/trainers and training experts, and gave the student opportunity to practice the desired training skills. The GSS programs relied mainly on specially prepared guidance materials, and they also gave the manager and trainer frequent opportunity to practice the desired skills. All programs were self-contained. Preliminary versions of the programs were administered to 98 unit managers. Final programs were tested out on 19 Division personnel. Limited evaluation indicated the programs were effective and of utility to Division personnel.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA042586
Entities
People
- Jacklyn E. Hungerland
- John E. Taylor
- Mark F. Brennan
- Morris Showel
- William H. Melching
Organizations
- Human Resources Research Organization