Interactive graphical timelines as collaborative scenario management tools /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Riddle, Austin Christopher, 1978-
Other Authors:	Shipman, Frank M. (Thesis advisor)
Format:	Thesis eBook
Language:	English
Published:	[College Station, Tex.] : [Texas A&M University], [2008]
Subjects:	Major computer science. emergency response training timelines training authoring tools collaboration scenario management
Online Access:	Link to OAK Trust copy

Description
Abstract:	Training emergency response decision makers using live, virtual and/or constructive simulations can be highly complex since certain situations can generate stimulusresponse cycles that depend significantly on unpredictable human judgments. In particular, effective training scenarios require a combination of content contributed via pre-authored scripts and content generated dynamically during the training exercise. Large-scale exercises require multiple domain experts contributing oversight and content to the scenario as it proceeds. Such real-time adaptation requires situational and group awareness based on an understanding of pre-scripted materials and the adaptations of others. This thesis describes the evolution and evaluation of a collaborative graphical timeline system, called the Scenario Timeline System (STS), which facilitates asynchronous and synchronous collaborative timeline management, and its application in large-scale, computer-supported emergency response training exercises.
Item Description:	"Major Subject: Computer Science" Title from author supplied metadata (automated record created on Oct. 13, 2008.) Vita. Abstract. Electronic resource.
Format:	Mode of access: World Wide Web. System requirements: World Wide Web access and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references.