The document discusses the challenges of distance learning at the USAF Squadron Officer College, detailing various programs such as online master's programs and leadership development initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills of company grade officers. It emphasizes the importance of virtual learning environments and innovative teaching methods to meet educational goals and improve mission effectiveness. The document also highlights the integration of 3D simulations and immersive platforms like Second Life and Virtusphere for training and professional development.

1. Meeting Distance Learning Challenges at the USAF Squadron Officer College (SOC)Dr. Fil Arenas & Capt Peter Axt, Squadron Officer College, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama

2. What does the Air Force expect of our Company Grade Officers (CGOs)?Student OutcomesLeadership InsightsOfficer PME Policy (OPMEP)Institutional Competency ListCont Ed Strategic Guidance (CESG)

3. SOC OverviewResident Programs:

4. Faculty-Development

5. Squadron Officer School (SOS)

6. Distance Learning Programs:

7. Leadership Development Program

8. Online Master’s Program

9. SOS Course 20

10. Meeting Distance Learning Challenges:

11. Virtual Learning Environments (VLE)

12. Second Life (3D VLE Platform)

13. VirtuspheresFaculty DevelopmentEntry Role ContinuanceRecruitmentTeaching Skills WorkshopsSIPQualificationsSubject Matter ExpertsEvaluation DiscussionsPAAETPAEWelcome Package References

14. Organization

15. Duties

16. MissionPolicy DiscussionsResearch Presentations2 Weeks2 WeeksAPID1 ClassTheories and Principles of Adult Education (TPAE)Practical Applications of Adult Education (PAAE)Supervised Instruction Period (SIP)Advanced Principles of Instructional Design (APID)

17. Squadron Officer SchoolHistoryActivated in 1950 with roots to the Air Corps Tactical School founded in 1920Learning AreasLeadershipCommunicationProfession of ArmsWarfare & Security StudiesInternational Security StudiesMissionEducate, motivate, and mentor Captains as current and future Air Force leaders

18. Typical SOS Student MixCivilian & Int’l OfficersActive DutyNon-line (Medical & Legal)Guard & Reserve6%6%8%Active Duty Line(Warfighters)80%

19. Essential Skills for Student Success: Tools for SchoolThe CGO: Introspection & Self-DevelopmentThe CGO in the Work Environment: Organizational & Team LeadershipThe CGO as a Leader in the USAF: The Family BusinessThe CGO as a Component of the US Military: The Joint PerspectiveThe CGO and Future Challenges: Strategic & Global PerspectivesTarget: Applied Leadership!Finely Tuned for Success Joint & Coalition Warfare

20. Instruments of Power

21. Civil-Military Relations

22. Range of Military Operations

23. Compare self to ideal leader

24. Emotional Intelligence

25. Decision-Making

26. Followership

27. Problem Solving

28. Goal-Setting

29. Critical Thinking

30. Building and Argument

31. Teambuilding

32. Delivering Feedback

33. Leading Change

34. Improving Processes

35. Leadership in a Global Context

36. Theory & Doctrine

37. AF Roles & Missions

38. Cross-Cultural Competence & Negotiation

39. Critical Analysis

40. Strategic Communication: AF in Society