"This guide resulted from an effort to develop a new approach to assessment and diagnostic training feedback in joint training. The guide resulted from a front-end analysis of joint targeting for an air campaign planning simulation. The analysis generated detailed training objectives, measurement instruments, and self-assessment procedures for each objective. For each phase of the joint targeting cycle, inputs, behavioral processes, and products were specified and incorporated in measurement tools. The measures were developmentally applied during Blue Flag 97-1. Blue Flag is a recurring cycle of air campaign planning exercises, managed by a numbered air force. Lessons learned from the application were combined with comments for Blue Flag participants to produce this joint training guide in its current form."--DTIC.

This is a practical and easily accessible guide for those new to the joint environment and staff assignments. With input from serving action officers and senior leaders, here are the competencies and behaviors of highly effective and successful joint staff officers which provide a roadmap for career self development. This is the most current joint information available for managing staff activities.