Increasing Efficiency in Military Learning: Theoretical Considerations and Practical Applications
Jennifer J. Vogel-Walcutt, Teresa Marino Carper, Clint A. Bowers, Denise M. Nicholson · Military Psychology · 2010
Given the fundamental importance of higher-order cognitive skills for military personnel, increasing learning efficiency during training is paramount. The current article expands upon the state-based information-loss processing model, a comprehensive framework elucidating the processes involved in acquiring higher-order cognitive skills, to enumerate best practices for military training. Emphasis is placed on identifying empirically supported, state-of-the-art learning efficiency strategies and methodologies to address points of information loss throughout the learning process. Implications and pragmatic recommendations for simulation-based military training are discussed.