1. Answer the discussion topic in a 4-5 FULL page essay (not to include title, abstract and reference page) APA Format

2. Include an introduction, body, conclusion, title, abstract, and reference page.

3. Submit essay in MS Word.

Experiential learning is a method of educating through first-hand experiences, skills, and knowledge. These experiences are acquired outside of the traditional academic classroom setting, and may include internships, studies abroad, field trips, field research, professional duties held and service-learning projects. The Experiential Learning theory was developed by David A. Kolb and John Fry and was based on the idea that learning is a process whereby knowledge is created through a transformation of experiences. They are based on four main elements:
•Concrete experience
•Reflective observation
•Abstract conceptualization
•Active experimentation

When writing your essay ensure that you follow the below criteria:
•The project should be personally meaningful and have some significance to the student
•Reflect on and discuss the learning experience throughout the process of the assignment
•Ensure to involve you as a whole person, including your senses, personality, and emotions
•Acknowledge your previous knowledge on the below subject matter

Military Decision Making Process

Situation:
The commander and his staff focus on recognizing and anticipating battlefield activities in order to decide and act faster than the enemy. The primary product the staff produces for the commander, and for subordinate commanders, is understanding, or situational awareness. True understanding should be the basis for information provided to commanders to make decisions.
The staff officer who performs this mechanical staff functions, no matter how flawlessly, without understanding how commanders make decisions, is useless to his commander. Staff officers must be able to anticipate the outcome of current operations to develop concepts for a follow-on mission. They must also understand and be able to apply commonly understood doctrine in executing their missions.

Question:
?How can a staff NCO anticipate the outcome of current operations to develop concepts for follow-on-missions?
?As a Staff NCO, what key essential characteristics are necessary along with leader attributes and core competencies?
?While utilizing a personal event or mission, describe the process from the initial step to the final step required for planning and executing a mission or event.
?How do TLP’s work into the MDMP and what is the impact and importance of Step 8 of TLP?
?Briefly describe the roles and responsibilities of each G or S staff?