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Comparing learning environments in U.S. military officer education: a brief replication
Walter R Schumm1, David E Turek, Kenneth D Jones
1School of Family Studies and Human Services, Kansas State University, Manhattan, 66506-1403, USA. Schumm@humec.ksu.edu
Psychological Reports
|December 14, 2004
Summary
Senior military officers preferred Fort Leavenworth training sites over Fort Dix due to higher satisfaction with the learning environment, administrative inprocessing, institutional support, and educational facilities.
Area of Science:
- Military Education
- Comparative Studies
- Learning Environment Analysis
Background:
- A previous study in 2003 compared military officer training sites.
- This research replicates the 2003 study using a different methodology.
- Understanding factors influencing trainee satisfaction is crucial for optimizing military education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare learning environments at two military officer training sites.
- To identify factors contributing to trainee satisfaction and site preference.
- To replicate and extend previous findings on military training effectiveness.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of two military officer training locations.
- Data collection on trainee satisfaction with learning environment and administrative processes.
- Assessment of institutional support and educational facilities.
Main Results:
- Higher satisfaction with the learning environment reported at Fort Leavenworth compared to Fort Dix.
- Increased satisfaction with administrative inprocessing at Fort Leavenworth.
- A majority of students expressed a preference for the Fort Leavenworth training site.
Conclusions:
- Satisfaction with institutional support and educational facilities significantly influences perceived learning environment satisfaction.
- These factors also appear to impact trainee preference for specific military training sites.
- Findings suggest areas for improvement in military officer training program design and delivery.