Cognitive map-based decision simulation for training (CMDST)
Disclosed is a Cognitive Map-Based Tactical Decision Simulation for Training (CMDST) uses fuzzy cognitive maps (FCM's) to: 1) model high-stress tactical problems or engagements and their causal relationships; 2) simulate situational activities immediately prior to, during, and following the occurrence of a tactical problem or engagement; 3) calculate the relative values of different courses of action; 4) perform individual performance and comparative analysis of selected courses of action; 5) conduct after action reviews to solidify lessons learned from the simulation; and 6) develop individual decision making action plans to outline specific actions to be undertaken to improve future decision making performance.
1. A method for cognitive map-based decision simulation for training (CMDST) used in developing the decision making competency, the CMDST using cognitive map-based decision simulation and trainer and domain-specific fuzzy cognitive maps (FCMs) to perform a method, comprising:
simulating the resolution of domain-related problems and emergency situations, the simulating using critical decision factors and their relationships;
performing comparative analyses and calculate comparative values for different decisions selected to resolve the same domain-related problem;
visually aiding in the conduct of performance analyses and after action reviews (AAR) following the simulation of various courses of action and their related domain-specific decisions to the same domain-related problem; and
automatically generating the domain-specific FCM from verbal commands of a user.
2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the simulating the resolution comprises critical decision factors and their causal relationships that are derived from a domain-specific environment model.
3. The method of claim 1 , wherein Domain-specific FCMs are designed and developed in accordance with the framework of a domain-accepted environmental model.
4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the simulating comprises the resolution of virtual domain-related problems or emergency situations.
5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the CMDST system is used to simulate decision outcomes to tactical problems or engagements by employing vignettes or scenarios.
6. The method of claim 5 , further comprising providing a user interface and a database of vignette or scenario models.
7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:
providing a representation of the critical decision factors involved in a user's decision and the relationship of those decision factors to one another;
calculating a value score for that can be used in comparing the user's decisions against that of a subject matter expert (SME).
8. A method for cognitive map-based decision simulation for training (CMDST) used in developing the decision making competency, the CMDST using cognitive map-based decision simulation and trainer and domain-specific fuzzy cognitive maps (FCMs) to perform a method, comprising:
simulating the resolution of domain-related problems and emergency situations, the simulating using critical decision factors and their relationships;
performing comparative analyses and calculate comparative values for different decisions selected to resolve the same domain-related problem;
visually aiding in the conduct of performance analyses and after action reviews (AAR) following the simulation of various courses of action and their related domain-specific decisions to the same domain-related problem;
providing a representation of the critical decision factors involved in a user's decision and the relationship of those decision factors to one another; and
calculating a value score for that can be used in comparing the user's decisions against that of a subject matter expert (SME).
9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the simulating the resolution comprises critical decision factors and their causal relationships that are derived from a domain-specific environment model.
10. The method of claim 8 , wherein Domain-specific FCMs are designed and developed in accordance with the framework of a domain-accepted environmental model.
11. The method of claim 8 , wherein the simulating comprises the resolution of virtual domain-related problems or emergency situations.
12. The method of claim 8 , wherein the CMDST system is used to simulate decision outcomes to tactical problems or engagements by employing vignettes or scenarios.
13. The method of claim 12 , further comprising providing a user interface and a database of vignette or scenario models.
14. The method of claim 8 , further comprising automatically generating the domain-specific FCM from verbal commands of a user.