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Fake Expectations
Article 021 – When instructors have the wrong expectations about student performance, scenario-based training can be as likely to hurt as it is to help.

The Gift of Ignorance
Article 020 – Often we look down on people who are ignorant of subject matter we think is important. We really shouldn’t.

Foundations
Article 019 – Spending More Time Upfront to Build a Solid Foundation is a Quicker Path to Proficiency

The Machine
018 – Why Chaotic Learning Methods Can Improve Training and Operational Outcomes

Do No Harm
Article 017 – A Hippocratic Approach to Training. Applying Research to the Civilian Training Industry: Part 4