TRADOC Pam 525-3-7-01 - TRADOC - U.S. Army

TRADOC Pam 525-3-7-01Figure 5-2. Evolving Model for Future Leader Development and EducationSecond, implementation of lifelong learning will depend on the availability of acomprehensive body of knowledge or relevant content and an accompanying knowledgemanagement system. To support self development, Army schools and centers will take onadditional responsibilities as “knowledge centers” supporting the professional education ofleaders, both at home stations and while deployed. Capabilities such as the joint knowledgedevelopment and distribution capability will make information on joint assignments readilyavailable to leaders when and where needed and contribute to the development of the joint culturecalled for in the Joint Training Functional Concept. The ATLDP report, 2003, has called for theArmy to, “Develop, fund, and maintain an Army Warrior Development Center using IT whereSoldiers, units, and leaders can go to find standards, training and educational publications,assessment and feedback tools, and access distance and DL programs for self-development andlife-long learning.”A third essential ingredient will be leader assessment tools that support leader selection andpromotion, and self assessment processes and tools that enable leaders to self-monitor theircomprehension and mastery of new skills and knowledge. For example, the development and useof multisource assessments that provide confidential, anonymous feedback from peers,subordinates, and superiors will help leaders increase awareness of strengths and developmentalneeds. Future research will find ways to maximize effectiveness of the feedback to leaders.114