Training Program for Predicting Military Task Retention: Evaluation Report
Abstract
As the result of a 3-year research effort, a methodology was developed whereby unit commanders and trainers can estimate unit proficiency on individual tasks over period of no practice and thus enables persons making training decisions to organize training schedules to maximize unit readiness. The methodology consists of 10 rating questions concerning the characteristics of individual tasks: the presence and quality of job aids, the number of steps required to do the task, the requirement to complete all or part of the task in a specific sequence and/or within a time limit, the presence of feedback for correct or incorrect performance, the character and level of mental demand, and the level of motor control required to do the task. The purpose of this project is to transfer the knowledge and skills necessary to apply this methodology to Army representatives from the various Proponent Schools and other activities. Three training sessions were conducted for 65 U.S. Army personnel. Each session consisted of 3 days of classroom lecture, demonstration, and discussion, as well as individual or small-group practice on the use of the methodology under the guidance of facilitators. The training sessions were conducted essentially as planned. Although somewhat less time was required to complete the curriculum and topics relating to how program participants should subsequently train others on the use of the methodology were substantially reduced.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA161790
Entities
People
- Harris H. Shettel
- Paul H. Radtke
Organizations
- American Institutes for Research