Attention theory and training researchThis study used elements of attention theory as a methodological basis to decompose a complex training task in order to improve training efficiency. The complex task was a microcomputer flight simulation where subjects were required to control the stability of their own helicopter while acquiring and engaging enemy helicopers in a threat enviroment. Subjects were divided into whole-task, part-task, and part/open loop adaptive task groups in a transfer of training paradigm. The effect of reducing mental workload at the early stages of learning was examined with respect to the degree that subordinate elements of the complex task could be automated through practice of consistent, learnable stimulus-response relationships. Results revealed trends suggesting the benefit of isolating consistently mapped sub-tasks for part-task training and the presence of a time-sharing skill over and above the skill required for the separate subtasks.
Document ID
19880048217
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Connelly, James G., Jr. (Illinois Univ. Urbana-Champaign, IL, United States)
Wickens, Christopher D. (Illinois Univ. Urbana-Champaign, IL, United States)
Lintern, Gavan (Illinois Univ. Urbana-Champaign, IL, United States)
Harwood, Kelly (Illinois, University Urbana, United States)