Training Optimisation in Defence and the Active Learner Instructional Methodology (ALIM)
LINE Communications, a key provider of technology centric training solutions to the UK Defence sector have signed a teaming agreement with US based Turtle Rattle Learning (TRL) who are leaders in technology driven learning paradigm shifts that combine innovation and the best aspects of traditional education and training. The companies have been working in Defence training for over 10 years.
Commenting, Keith Downes, Director and Defence Lead says, “We are really excited about this agreement. LINE and TRL have been working together informally now for several years to pragmatically apply the MoD’s training transformation and optimisation agenda. With LINE’s capability in designing and implementing learning architectures, blended content development and in particular Consulting in Training Transformation under DTR P2 for DCLPA coupled with TRL’s work in developing an Active Learning Instructional Methodology (ALIM) welding pilot project with Holdfast at RSME, we are well placed under this Teaming Agreement to address some key Defence training optimisation issues.”
Jim Lacey, President of TRL says “ALIM is a learner-centric, precision learning approach to instructional design which leverages individual learner differences and enhances problem-solving strengths to achieve high levels of performance against targeted workplace tasks.
The ALIM methodology encourages independent problem solving and team working to solve organisational challenges under instructor direction as appropriate. The methodology is mature and in play at key innovation leaders like the Royal School of Military Engineering (RSME), Chatham.
LINE and TRL are teaming to provide the strategies and specialised, pragmatic media that enables the “Active Learner” and the instructional staff who coach them to achieve early and highly consistent competence. Working from proven models in a broad range of vocations, LINE and TRL are reducing risk and ensuring realisation of benefits to the organisation and the individual worker alike.”
Mr Peter Sheridan, Holdfast Training Services Director of Training & Services, will be describing RSME transformational use of ALIM and the first 18 months benefits and challenges at IITSEC, Florida, 28 November – 1st December, 2011.