Afi 36 2201
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AF Instructional Systems Design (ISD) Process
provides a systematic approach to planning, developing, and implementing training and education.
IDS Process Goal
to increase the effectiveness and cost efficiency of training by: developing instruction based on job performance requirements; eliminating irrelevant skills and knowledge instruction from courses; and ensuring graduates acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to do the job.
IDS Process Product
is an instructional system that is cost effective and produces personnel who can do the job.
ISD Source Documents
AFH 36-2235, Information for Designers of Instructional Systems, Volumes 1-13, outlines how AF personnel implement the ISD process. Related ISD publications are AFMAN 36-2234, Instructional System Development, AFMAN 36-2236, Guidebook for AF Instructors, and AFI 36-2251, Management of Air Force Training Systems.
MAJCOM
Ensure subordinate organizations apply the ISD process to all types and phases of training, development and management.
HQ AETC/A10
is appointed the office responsible for oversight and management of all nuclear education and training.
ISD process
consists of five phases
Distance Learning
is structured learning that does not require the physical presence of the instructor.
Distributed Learning
is distance learning mediated with technology.
Distributed learning models
can be used in combination with other forms of instruction or can be used to create wholly virtual classrooms.
Advanced Distributed Learning
is an evolving, outcomes-focused approach to distributed learning that blends standards-based models emphasizing reusable content objects, content and learning management systems, performance support systems and devices, web applications services, and connectivity.
Advanced Distributed Learning Service (ADLS)
is the system that delivers ADL content and tracks student progress.
ETCA
ETCA is a restricted website with selective accessibility. All users originating from a .mil or .gov domain can access ETCA and users outside the .mil and .gov domain will be allowed access on a case-by-case basis. Use the Course Development Decision Logic Process to categorize formal courses (Attachment 16).
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