GlobalNET Topics
Dialogue between two academic institutions on a topic of interest between the two. Members participating in the dialogue may also include third party SMEs, practitioners, NGO/Thinktank academics, etc.
Action Learning A dynamic process that involves a small group of people solving real problems, while at the same time focusing on what they are learning and how their learning can benefit each group member, the group itself and the organization as a whole. It has the multiplying impact to equip individuals, especially leaders, to more effectively respond to change.
Administrative This is used for notifications or events while at the school house (notifications of a delayed class, ice cream in the courtyard, etc).
Adult Learning A theory that holds a set of assumptions about how adults learn. Andragogy emphasizes the value of the process of learning. It uses approaches to learning that are problem-based and collaborative rather than didactic, and also emphasizes more equality between the teacher and learner.
Advanced Distributed Learning Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) is the product of the ADL Initiative, established in 1997 to standardize and modernize training and education management and delivery. The Department of Defense (DoD) Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (OUSD P&R) oversees the ADL Initiative.
News, events, and happenings associated with GlobalNET alumni. May be carried out by either in-country alumni chapters, regional centers or other partners and their alumni.
Anti-Corruption The prevention of acts done with an intent to give some advantage inconsistent with official duty and the rights of others, including but not limited to abuse of power, obstruction of justice, extortion, bribery.
Arms Control Mutally agreed upon restrictions or controls upon the research, development, production, stockpiling, proliferation and usage of weapons or the levels of and/or locales of deployment of troops and weapons systems.
Arms Trafficking The illegal trafficking or smuggling of contraband weapons or ammunition.
Border Security and Control Measures used by a country or region to monitor or regulate its borders, particluarly in regards to the movement of many people, animals and goods across a border may be controlled by government Customs services.
Building Partnership Capacity Targeted efforts to improve the collective capabilities and performance of the Department of Defense and its partners.
Civil Military Emergency Preparedness & Planning The collection, analysis and sharing of information to ensure the most effective use of resources for use during emergency situations.
Civil-Military Relations The relationship between civil society as a whole and the military organization or organizations established to protect it.
Coaching Assist people to identify specific goals and then reach those goals faster and with ease. Provide client with the tools, perspective and structure to accomplish more through a process of accountability. Re-frame beliefs and create a point of focus for clients to reflect upon. It is task-oriented and performance-driven.
Command, Control and Communications The exercise of authority and direction by a properly designated commander over assigned and attached forces in the accomplishment of the mission. Command and control functions are performed through an arrangement of personnel, equipment, communications, facilities, and procedures employed by a commander in planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling forces and operations in the accomplishment of the mission
Communication Communication is the act of conveying information for the purpose of creating a shared understanding. Effective Communication is a process where a message is received and understood by the receiver in the manner that the sender intended it to be.
Competency Development A competency is the knowledge, skills, ability, and characteristics associated with high performance on a job. A set of behavioral competencies for each of the key position identified within the organization. Development is a consistent system for identifying success factors for positions within the organization.
Conflict Management/Negotiations Conflict may be defined as a struggle or contest between people with opposing needs, ideas, beliefs, values, or goals. Learning to manage conflict is integral to a high-performance team. Conflict management is the principle that all conflicts cannot necessarily be resolved, but learning how to manage conflicts can decrease the odds of nonproductive escalation. Conflict management involves acquiring skills related to conflict resolution, self-awareness about conflict modes, conflict communication skills, and establishing a structure for management of conflict in your environment.
Cooperative security consists of three components, strengthening partnerships, contributing to arms control, non-proliferation and disarmament, and assisting potential new countries to prepare for NATO membership. This proactive stand towards achieving increased international harmony and cooperation, synchronizing efforts to deal with the new multidimensional threats and providing a better understanding of common problems.