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Course Criteria
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1.00 Credits
One hour. Introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Students learn how the personal development of life skills such as critical thinking, goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining a big-picture understanding of ROTC, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.
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One hour. Overviews leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Students explore dimensions of leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Continued emphasis is placed on recruitment and retention of students. Cadre role models and the building of stronger relationships among the students through common experience and practical interaction are critical aspects of the MSL 102 experience.
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One hour each. (Two contact hours per week.) Provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite courses MSL101, 201, 301, and 401, respectively. Exercises are structured to produce success in military operations, rapid decision-making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, concern for others, first aid, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions.
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One hour each. (Two contact hours per week.) Provides practical application of leadership concepts learned in corequisite courses MSL102, 202, 302, and 402, respectively. Exercises are structured to produce success in military operations, rapid decision-making, confidence in physical and mental challenges, concern for others, first aid, marksmanship, orienteering, and other skills necessary for success in both civilian and military leadership positions.
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One hour. Explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and two historical leadership theories that form the basis of the Army leadership framework (trait and behavior theories). Students practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises and participating in Leadership Labs. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of Army rank, structure, and duties and basic aspects of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies provide tangible context for learning the Soldier's Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE).
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1.00 Credits
One hour. Examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex Contemporary Operating Environment (COE). The course highlights dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army leadership framework explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. MSL 202 provides a smooth transition into MSL 301. Students develop greater self awareness as they assess their own leadership styles and practice communication and team building skills. COE case studies give insight into the importance and practice of teamwork and tactics in real-world scenarios.
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3.00 Credits
Three hours. Development and operations of the American military system from the colonial period to the present. Focuses on the evolution of professionalism in the American military and the place of the American military in society.
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2.00 Credits
Two hours. Challenges cadets to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as they are presented with the demands of preparing for the ROTC Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills. Cadets receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership abilities. Cadets at the MSL III level begin to analyze and evaluate their own leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions. Primary attention is given to preparation for LDAC and the development of leadership abilities.
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2.00 Credits
Two hours. Cadets will be challenged to study, practice, and evaluate adaptive leadership skills as cadets are presented with the demands of the ROTC Leader Development Assessment Course (LDAC). Challenging scenarios related to small unit tactical operations are used to develop self awareness and critical thinking skills. Cadets will receive systematic and specific feedback on their leadership abilities.
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2.00 Credits
Two hours. Develops student proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and providing leadership-performance feedback to subordinates. Students are given situational opportunities to assess risk, make ethical decisions, and provide coaching to fellow ROTC students. MSL IV cadets are measured by their ability both to give and receive systematic and specific feedback on leadership abilities. Cadets at the MSL IV level analyze and evaluate the leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions of MSL III cadets while simultaneously considering their own leadership skills. Attention is given to preparation for the Basic Officer Leadership Course (BOLC) II and the development of leadership abilities.
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