A Computer Mediated Learning Environment for a Joint and Expeditionary Mindset
Abstract
The objective of the research was to develop a computer-mediated training environment to prepare ground component forces with the necessary cognitive skills for the emerging challenges of a Joint and expeditionary force. A key element of such a mindset is to be comfortable and proficient in interacting with people from different specialties for the purpose of collaborative problem solving at the boundaries between the known and the knowable. The product of this effort, Socrates Window, provides an open-source web-based solution that has the potential to facilitate interactions between students, instructors, and outside experts that blends classroom-based learning with distance learning. Evidence from stakeholders and end users, such as small group instructors in Army training and education, indicates that Socrates Window has both value and utility. It is not usable, however, in programs of instruction for which information technology and security constraints de-motivate use of social networking tools.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 2010
- Accession Number
- ADA527550
Entities
People
- Frederick J. Diedrich
- Gareth Digby
- Gary E. Riccio
- Michael P. Lerario
- Robert P. Semmens
- Yale Marc
Organizations
- Aptima (United States)