TDC Overview and Lesson Structure
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TDC Overview and Lesson Structure

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What is TDC?

TDC is the primary automated tool used by Army (TRADOC and non-TRADOC) schools and centers to create, edit, and manage all training and education products that support both the institutional and operational forces.

Name some training products that can be created, developed, and approved using TDC.

Training products include Soldier Training Publications (TSP), Lesson Plans (LPs), Training Support Packages (TSPs), Course Masters, Course Administrative Data (CADs), and Program(s) of Instruction (POIs).

Who can assign a role in TDC?

The Domain Administrator (DA).

Describe the purpose of a lesson.

<p>Each lesson is a segment of instruction that facilitates the accomplishment of learning step activities that lead to achievement of a learning objective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find the roles assigned to you in TDC?

<p>Top menu, click on My Profile tab.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the My TDC tab?

<p>The My TDC tab links you back to the MY TDC Welcome page.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Electronic Performance Support System (EPSS) tab help the user?

<p>The EPSS offers online help with step by step instructions for creating and developing products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

By using the EPSS tab for help, can you maintain the TDC site and the EPSS site open at the same time?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Army Training Help Desk (ATHD) tab?

<p>The ATHD tab provides a live website for solutions for issues encountered in TDC and other platforms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which roles could you have in TDC if identified as an Action Officer?

<p>Creator, Developer, Manager, Approver, or Subject Matter Expert (SME).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do you find the status and workflow of a product?

<p>My Products tab.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On the My Products tab, which Product Status corresponds with the Developer role?

<p>Analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On the My Products tab, which Product Status corresponds with the Creator role?

<p>Proposed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On the My Products tab, which Product Status corresponds with the Manager role?

<p>Analysis Completed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

On the My Products tab, which Product Status corresponds with the Approver role?

<p>Reviewed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the My Messages tab?

<p>The My Messages tab gives you access to messages associated with any of your products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the SME Notification tab?

<p>The SME Notification tab will receive a notice whenever a developer routes a specific product for SME review and comments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Domain Notification tab?

<p>The Domain Notification tab provides product updates for all products associated with your Security Domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do you go if you need to identify the Domains, Subdomains, and roles assigned by your DA in TDC?

<p>My Profile tab.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you need an additional role in TDC, who do you contact?

<p>The Domain Administrator for your security domain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the My Actions tab?

<p>The My Actions Tab lists all the product types that can be developed and/or found in TDC.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the role of the Creator in TDC.

<p>The creator completes the General Information step and identifies the Action Officers for the product, moving it through the workflow for development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the asterisks next to fields indicate?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will occur if you do not complete the mandatory fields of a product in TDC?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are responsible for completing the Action Officers step?

<p>Most of the time, the Action Officer step is completed by the Creator and sometimes by the Developer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What needs to be done next to continue the workflow of the product after completing step 1 and step 2?

<p>Select Submit button at the top of the screen to move the product from Proposed to Analysis status.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which elements are part of the lesson plan structure?

<p>The Introduction, Terminal Learning Objective (TLO), ELO, LSA, PE, Summary Taught Task (if required), Supported Tasks (if required), Reinforced Tasks (if required), Skills, and Knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the differences between Instructor Actions (IAs) and Instructor Contact Hours (ICHs)?

<p>ICHs are work hours an instructor devotes to the delivery of learning content, while IAs capture the instructor's work hours when they are not with the students executing the POI lessons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between Academic time and Administrative time?

<p>Academic time is the total time a student spends towards achieving the learning objectives during the academic day, whereas Administrative time is the total time spent on activities unrelated to the learning objectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Training Development Capability (TDC) Overview

  • TDC is an automated tool for Army schools used to manage training and education products.
  • Supports both institutional and operational forces.

Training Products Created in TDC

  • Includes Soldier Training Publications (TSP), Lesson Plans (LPs), Training Support Packages (TSPs), Course Masters, Course Administrative Data (CADs), and Program(s) of Instruction (POIs).

Role Assignments in TDC

  • Only the Domain Administrator (DA) can assign roles within TDC.
  • Roles include Creator, Developer, Manager, Approver, and Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Lesson Purpose and Structure

  • Each lesson aids in achieving specific learning objectives through defined activities.
  • Elements of a lesson plan include Introduction, Terminal Learning Objective (TLO), Enabling Learning Objectives (ELO), Learning Step Activities (LSA), Practice Exercises (PE), and summary of taught tasks.

Tracking and Navigating TDC

  • User role information can be found in the My Profile tab.
  • The My Products tab displays product status and workflow.
  • The My Actions tab lists all product types available for development.

Support and Help Functions

  • The EPSS tab provides online help with step-by-step instructions for product development.
  • ATHD tab offers solutions for TDC-related issues and allows submission of trouble tickets.

Workflow and Product Status

  • Product statuses correspond to roles:
    • Proposed for Creator
    • Analysis for Developer
    • Analysis Completed for Manager
    • Reviewed for Approver
  • Mandatory fields in products are marked with asterisks and must be completed to advance in the workflow.

Responsibilities in Product Development

  • The Creator initiates the product by completing General Information and identifying Action Officers.
  • Action Officer steps are usually completed by Creators or Developers.

Differences in Timing Elements

  • Instructor Contact Hours (ICHs) focus on hours spent delivering learning; Instructor Actions (IAs) include work hours not directly with students.
  • Academic time refers to hours spent achieving learning objectives; Administrative time covers unrelated activities within the course duration.

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This quiz explores the Training Development Capability (TDC) and its role in managing training and education for Army schools. It covers the types of training products created, role assignments, lesson structure, and instructional objectives. Test your understanding of how TDC supports both institutional and operational forces.

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