Naval Computer-Based Instruction: Cost, Implementation and Effectiveness Issues.

Abstract

This thesis examines Computer-Based Instruction (CBI) in the Navy, with reference to other military usage. Many literature sources were examined. Numerous military and civilian personnel working on current CBI projects were interviewed; in person, by electronic mail and by phone. Main points covered include: basic definitions of types of instruction; advantages and disadvantages of instruction relating to computers; a short history of Naval CBI; CBI costs; factors in CBI cost effectiveness; simulators and computers; CBI use for on site training; implementation and usage problems; methods to improve CBI implementation and usage in the Navy; what makes an effective course; improving CBI and conventional instruction effectiveness. Conclusions focus on: improving instructional quality; standardizing CBI course materials; using a standard computer for CBI; improving computer literacy Navy wide; automating CBI writing materials; putting good CBI courses on ships in the fleet.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA194485

Entities

People

  • David W. Coleman

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Electronic Warfare
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computer-Aided Instruction
  • Computers
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Flight Simulators
  • Military Education
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • Military Training
  • Navy
  • Personnel Management
  • Psychology
  • Students
  • Trainees
  • Warfare

Readers

  • STEM Education
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics