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MIL S 320

Adaptive Team Leadership

Military Science Marriott School of Business

Course Description

Adaptive leadership skills; demands of leadership in tactical and garrison situations. Cadets have multiple opportunities to lead one another and receive feedback on leadership abilities. Lab included.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

4

Fixed

4

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Title

Understands the roles of officers and NCOs in the Army

Learning Outcome

Outcome 3 – Understands the roles of officers and NCOs in the ArmyKnows enough about the various branches to make an informed decision when selecting oneEach CDT will choose a branch and research, then present a five minute “Military Information Brief” on what they learned about the branch they chose to the other CDTs in the classCDTs overall understand most Army branches, particularly those that were of initial interest to themNo change

Title

Demonstrates Self Confidence

Learning Outcome

Outcome 10- CharacterDemonstrates Self ConfidenceCDT will have multiple opportunities during leadership labs and class work in which he/she can project self-confidenceCDTs will demonstrate more confidence as the semester goes on and they have an opportunity to be placed in leadership roles in a myriad of different situationsAdditional one on one counseling as necessary

Title

Leads by example

Learning Outcome

Outcome 4 – LeadershipLeads by exampleWill have multiple opportunities to lead junior CDTs as well as peers both during leadership lab and other eventsCDT realizes that setting the example in what they do and how they conduct themselves has a larger impact on their ability to lead rather than by simply giving guidance to othersThis will be continually reinforced throughout the school year, no change needed

Title

Proficient at land navigation

Learning Outcome

Outcome 11- Individual ProficiencyProficient at land navigationCDT will be given multiple opportunities to conduct land navigation at local coursesCDT will demonstrate proficiency at land navigation by the end of the semester in both day and night time conditionsAdditional volunteer land navigation courses will be offered that CDTs who are lacking at this skill will be strongly encouraged to attend

Title

Willingly subordinates self-interest to the needs of the tea

Learning Outcome

Outcome 1 – Member of a TeamWillingly subordinates self-interest to the needs of the teamCadet will have to spend several hours outside of the classroom to ensure that junior Cadets are prepared for leadership labs and various other ROTC functionsCDTs understand that he must put the needs of his Squad/Platoon before the needs of himself/herself to ensure overall mission successContinued evaluation and feedback during practical exercises in field as well as “garrison operations”

Title

Proficient with tactical communications

Learning Outcome

Outcome 12- Individual ProficiencyProficient with tactical communicationsCDT will communicate via radio to higher level leadership with various military reports in a tactical situationCDT will follow proper formatting of tactical communications and send reports in a timely mannerAdditional one on one instruction will be given as needed

Title

Committed to physical fitness

Learning Outcome

Outcome 8- CharacterCommitted to physical fitnessCDT will take multiple physical fitness tests and conduct other physically demanding eventsCDT will understand that physical fitness is more than an event you conduct but a lifestyle changeAdditional physical training as necessary

Title

Communicates plans effectively

Learning Outcome

Outcome 2 – Tactical Problem SolverCommunicates plans effectivelyCadet will be given tactical scenarios in which they will have to develop a plan for their team and communicate that plan to their teammatesCDTs will receive real time feedback on if they had a solid plan and how well others understood that plan during leadership labsThis may lead to expanding either the Operations Order Process or further review of tactics based on the CDTs performance

Title

Ensures subordinates and unit are prepared for the mission

Learning Outcome

Outcome 6- LeadershipEnsures subordinates and unit are prepared for the missionCDT will receive orders concerning upcoming events from higher level leadership and ensure that order is passed down to other team membersCDT will effectively conduct the orders process and brief his team. He will also conduct back briefs and inspections to ensure his/her team members are preparedAdditional one on one counseling as necessary 

Title

Coaches subordinates effectively and provides them with usef

Learning Outcome

Outcome 7- LeadershipCoaches subordinates effectively and provides them with useful feedbackWhile in leadership roles, CDTs will have multiple opportunities to coach, teach, and mentor junior level CDTsCDT will conduct after action reviews of leadership labs with team as well as counseling team members on a consistent basis 

Title

Accepts accountability for self and unit

Learning Outcome

Outcome 5 – LeadershipAccepts accountability for self and unitCDT will be given multiple leadership opportunities in which they are responsible not only for their success or failures but those of their team as wellCadets will take ownership of teams actions, will give praise to their team for mission success but will take ownership of team failures and attempt to correct what when wrongPlace a large emphasis on this during end of semester counseling 

Title

Lives the Army values

Learning Outcome

Outcome 9- CharacterLives the Army ValuesCDT will be continually assessed on living his life in accordance with the Army Values which are: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal CourageCDT realizes that Army values are not just what is done while on “Army Time” but a code in which you live your lifeAdditional counseling as needed.  Cadet me be removed from the program for “serious” infractions of these values