Saturday, April 30, 2022

Opportunities for Inquiry and Dialogue - Sand Table Exercises

 

Learning in the Wildland Fire Service

Tactical Decision Games can be delivered using various table-top visual platforms such as: sand tables, solid terrain models, computer-generated terrain animations, terrain photographs, topographical maps, as well as sketch maps or even dirt, sticks, and rocks on the fireground.

The sand table platform has the additional advantage of being easily and quickly reconfigured for any variety of terrain representations.

The tactile component of these table-top platforms will generate a more engaging learning experience. Having a hands-on spatial frame of reference will also help participants suspend their disbelief and draw them into their role within the exercise.

[Click here to download Learning in the Wildland Fire Service.]

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