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At The Maneuverist, Captain Madeline Hoffman describes her process of developing a decision-forcing case for Officer Candidates School in her piece, "Developing a Decision-Forcing Case"! https://shorturl.at/eCNY9 "Inspired by this form of facilitation, and as a current OCS staff member, I spent the last training cycle finding ways to introduce DFCs into the two periods of platform instruction I teach – Marine Corps History 1 and Fundamentals of Leadership 3. Fundamentals of Leadership 3 delves into the complicated and crucial relationship between officers and staff non-commissioned officers (SNCOs). Therefore, I turned to a retired SNCO mentor in the hopes of building a case. Below, I detail my process of building a DFC with a living source. This serves as a guide to future facilitators on how to do the same." #PME #DFCs #decisiongames #decicisionmaking #storytelling #militaryhistory #smallunits #leadership #peerlearning #criticalthinking #marines #marinecorps #usmc

Thanks for the significant feedback (both for and against) regarding my proposal for full-time, remote war college in this month's U.S. Naval Institute's Proceedings magazine. Please consider sharing your view via the open forum's 'Comment and Discussion' venue (https://lnkd.in/eVFD-5W; [email protected]). - If you believe officers should continue to PCS "twice in a year" for war college, what about my proposal to allow officers to "vote with their feet" and choose between staying in their current fleet concentration area and moving to beautiful Newport? - Active naval officers: Would the option to attend full-time, remote war college from your current duty station change your mind about seeking strategic education from U.S. Naval War College? - USNWC students from the COVID era: What was your experience like? Could you have completed your studies from San Diego, Norfolk, etc. instead of moving to/from Newport during a pandemic? - Female naval officers: Would a full-time, remote war college option help in your professional development and/or retention prospects?

An excellent example of disruptive thinking - applause to this well-considered idea. The only caveat is (please) don’t make remote attendees participate while filling another shore duty billet. Trust them to spend the time in class and in study. Resident students often spend only 4-6 hours per day in class, the rest is writing, research and reading. It doesn’t have to be “either or”. Start with the next class! #GeorgeLang

A look into the challenges Black cadets face at the Air Force Academy. The article explores the reasons behind the lower graduation rates and the ongoing efforts to increase diversity. #MilitaryLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #EducationEquity

Important reading.

In higher education, many institutions are focused on making credit for military training "available" to their students. But that's not the job. The job is *utilizing* military credit to *advance* students towards a meaninful degree. Availability < Applicability < Utility You can make it "available" 'til the cows come home, but until it COUNTS towards something, there's still work to do. #purdueglobalproud #militarycreditforpriorlearning

"Success in applying to finish your degree or obtain additional higher education outside of the military really needs to start long before you begin the formal process of leaving the military. SFL-TAP, the military's formal program that guides Servicemembers in their transition to civilian life, is not set up to guide you through the admissions process. Studying for something like the MCAT takes months. Applying to medical school starts a full year before matriculation. Peer-to-peer mentorship helps pair you up with someone who has navigated what appears to be the murky waters and timeline of an admissions process. It ensures that you do what you need to do and that your initial shot at attending your dream school is your best shot." - James White, Duke University School of Medicine Don't travel the path to higher ed alone! https://lnkd.in/e6VjHXUN

Harnessing Industry Expertise for Enhanced Marine Corps Education The Marine Corps, as a bastion of innovation and adaptation, must continuously strive to evolve its educational system to effectively prepare its personnel for the ever-changing demands of modern warfare. While internal efforts to examine curriculum, teaching methods, and design are commendable, the vast reservoir of knowledge and expertise within the broader education industry should not be overlooked. Industry education has long been at the forefront of innovation, experimenting with novel techniques and tactics to enhance student retention and engagement. Since the inception of the U.S. school system, industry has consistently pushed boundaries and embraced new educational methodologies, providing a wealth of insights and best practices for the Marine Corps to draw upon. To fully realize the potential of industry expertise, Formal Learning Centers (FLCs) must actively investigate and research the latest advancements in education. This comprehensive evaluation should encompass a thorough assessment of the return on investment associated with incorporating industry resources into Marine Corps education. The Marine Corps Combat Service Support School exemplifies the fruitful collaboration between the military and industry. Their proactive approach of engaging with local colleges to enhance faculty development and instructional methodologies serves as a testament to the transformative power of external partnerships. FLCs must embrace a similar spirit of openness and collaboration, actively seeking out, researching, and testing industry-based solutions to improve the quality of instruction and expand the horizons of military education. Once these resources have been identified, a rigorous evaluation process should be implemented to determine their optimal application and integration into the Marine Corps' educational framework. By venturing beyond the confines of traditional military education and embracing the dynamic expertise of industry, the Marine Corps can cultivate a culture of creativity and innovation, fostering a learning environment that empowers its personnel to excel in the face of ever-evolving challenges. This proactive approach to knowledge acquisition and collaboration will undoubtedly strengthen the Marine Corps' position as a leader in military education. #education #learning #marines

Nicely done article by Lieutenant Junior Grade Daniel Ludlam on overhauling the U.S. Coast Guard Officer Candidate School Program. Like most of the armed forces, the Coast Guard is experiencing workforce shortages. The Coast Guard gets less than one-half of its officer corps from the Coast Guard Academy, and that program is at capacity. Over one-half of the Coast Guard's officer corps currently accesses through Officer Candidate School. What do you think - should the Officer Candidate School program be reduced from the current 17 weeks to 12 to provide capacity to increase the class size from two to three per year? #coastguard #workforceshortages #increasecapacity https://lnkd.in/eYwxtN9k