Review of Models of Cost and Training Effectiveness Analysis (CTEA). Volume 1. Training Effectiveness Analysis

摘要

This research note reviews the formal predictive and prescriptive models of training effectiveness analysis and related Army guidance. Most of the models are concerned with the analytic formation of entire training programs early in the weapons systems acquisition process. Some models also include manpower, personnel, and human factors considerations. A number of models focus on the formulation of training devices and simulators. Computer Based Instruction (CBI) has not often included in early formulation of training programs for new weapons systems. Possible reasons for this finding are discussed. Most of the training program models also include a cost model, but the cost models are not necessarily adequate. The models concerned with training devices and simulators do not have associated cost models. The lessons learned included the following: 1) there are many useful models available for the formulation of training programs early in the weapons system acquisition process; 2) the validity of these models needs to be tested, recommendations are given for comparative validity studies; 3) models for training devices and simulators appear to need further development, related cost models, and validation; 4) further attention needs to be given to formal CTEA models for advanced phases of the weapons system acquisition process, and for non-system training.