Evaluation at the Unit Level.

Abstract

The introduction of the Unit Test as part of the ARTEP (Army Training and Evaluation Program) Mission Training Plan (MTP) has drawn criticism from various quarters that is based primarily on the Army's use of tests in the past, the Operational Readiness Tests. This essay draws on current literature and personal experience to counter this criticism. It points out the urgent need for the Unit Test, examines current thinking at TRADOC on the use and implementation of the Unit Test, cites examples of successful use of tests in the field, and discusses pitfalls that must be avoided. It concludes that TRADOC is squarely on track in making the Unit Test an effective means for commanders to judge the combat readiness and proficiency of subordinate units. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 15, 1985
Accession Number
ADA156923

Entities

People

  • J. F. Nau Jr

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Army Training
  • Battles
  • Classification
  • Combat Readiness
  • Department Of Defense
  • Governments
  • Leadership
  • Lessons Learned
  • Management Personnel
  • Operational Readiness
  • Organizational Structure
  • Security
  • Students
  • Task Forces
  • Training
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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