In today’s fast-paced academic landscape, students constantly seek effective strategies to excel in their studies and future careers. The Online Academic Skills Course (OASC), enhanced by a live tutor and My Academic Predictor (MAP), emerges as a powerful tool to equip service members with the essential skills and insights needed to navigate the challenges of education and beyond. This comprehensive program offers a multi-faceted approach to learning, enabling service members to harness their full potential and achieve their goals.
The integration of no-cost tutoring into the OASC is a very valuable learning enhancement. Unlike traditional self-paced online courses, OASC live, on-demand tutoring fosters personalized and interactive learning experiences.
Service members can engage in real-time discussions, ask questions, and receive immediate feedback, enhancing their comprehension and retention of the course material. This direct interaction with knowledgeable tutors creates an environment where students can clarify doubts, deepen their understanding, and build a strong foundation in various subjects.
One of the standout features of the course is the My Academic Predictor tool. This tool forecasts a student’s future academic progress by analyzing past performance and learning patterns. This predictive analysis provides insights into potential challenges and enables proactive measures to be taken. Service members can tailor their study strategies, allocate time efficiently, and focus on areas that need improvement. This framework empowers learners to take charge of their education, refine their study habits, and work smarter to achieve better outcomes.
Beyond academic performance, the OASC instills invaluable life skills. The curriculum emphasizes time management, critical thinking, and effective communication—skills that transcend academia and translate into professional success. By mastering these skills early on, students are better prepared to tackle challenges in the workplace and contribute meaningfully to their chosen fields.
Furthermore, the course’s integration of technology enhances accessibility and flexibility. With online resources available 24/7, students can study at their own pace and convenience, accommodating diverse schedules and learning preferences. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for non-traditional learners, working professionals, and those balancing multiple commitments.
In conclusion, the OASC, complemented by nocost, on-demand tutoring, and the MAP tool, offers a holistic approach to education beyond remote memorization. By fostering personalized learning experiences, predicting academic progress, and equipping students with essential life skills, this comprehensive program empowers learners to excel academically and thrive in their future endeavors. As the educational landscape continues to evolve, investing in innovative and student-centric approaches is a strategic move toward a successful and fulfilling educational journey.
• 24/7 access to lessons, videos, and knowledge checks
• Individually-customized course design skips content you already know
• Mobile app with off-line course material allows you to study anywhere
• Increase your college readiness
• Predictive technology forecasts your test scores
• Avoid remediation and earn placement into college level courses
• Earn certificates of completion to qualify for officer training or other career fields
• 20% improvement on Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT)
• No cost video tutoring
• Academic Help Desk via email
• Downloadable e-books with tips and tricks
The Department of Defense (DoD) Voluntary Education (VolEd) Program, through the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES), offers on-line, self-paced, academic skills training to help military members gain the knowledge they need to complete education credentials and college degree programs, advance in their military careers, and successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
The Online Academic Skills Course (OASC) course provides easy-to-use instruction to help service members build foundational academic skills in math, English, and science. It can be used as a stand-alone course or as a supplement to other educational resources. Service education counselors can also register for an educator account to track a student’s progress and provide further guidance.
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You'll need an internet connection to download the app. From here, you can either continue to use the app with WiFi.
OR Download the Offline Study Pack to study content when you're downrange.
Regardless of whether you use the app Online Course, the Offline Study Pack, or both, you're on your way to improving your skills!
Learn step-by-step via educational videos
In-app badges keep learning fun
Study on the go wherever you have your phone Course completion certificates
Check out this new feature in OASC for service members!
Service members, do you need more practice with the concepts you have learned?
First, Log on to dantes.petersons.com and sign up if you have not done so! Once inside, get started with three easy steps:
1. Read through the Introduction module and complete your diagnostic assessment. Your diagnostic assessment will automatically be input into the My Academic Predictor tool so you can better understand how you would score on standardized exams like the AFCT.
2. Work through your personalized lesson plan, based on your assessment scores.
3. Take your post-assessment and pass with 80% proficiency and receive your course completion certificate. Check out the video at AST Post-assessment for more information on the OASC’s practice tests and study resources.
All service members are eligible to use live, on-demand tutoring. If you’re having trouble understanding a concept or need help working through a math problem, this feature is for you. Log in to your course and simply click “Live Tutoring” from your navigation menu. Answer a few questions and you’ll be connected to a live tutor in less than 3 minutes. Available 24/7, and completely free!
Brian Elliott Education Services Specialist“The AST Program offers a flexibility to improve Academic Skills that suits the needs of my students who want the opportunity to progress, but are restricted by location, time, or mission requirements.“
AL ASAD AIR BASE, Iraq – Deployed Soldiers are now able to further their educational goals while on deployment thanks to the opening of the Tatanka Education Center on Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, July 15. The Education Center was spear headed by Lt. Scott Klein, the MWR and Education Director from US Army Central and 3rd Army, Capt. James McDonald and Staff Sgt. Weston Neiffer of the 109th Regional Support Group, and the DANTES Education Program.
The idea for the education center started in May as a way to improve educational options for Soldiers who wanted to work on a degree in their free time and as a response to the need for classroom space. A secondary USO building was identified and repurposed and after minimal construction was converted into the education center. The center has two furnished rooms with Wi-Fi so students can utilize the space for existing online education or reserve it for military classes.
Staff Sgt. Neiffer’s past civilian employment as the Associate Vice President of Military Services for National American University helped expedite the process through the University of Maryland Global Campus Europe as his previous job was to go to military installations and set up similar opportunities for military members. The long-term goal will be to have fully proctored exams and classes through the University of Maryland Global Campus Europe.
“Tatanka” is the Lakota word for Buffalo and was selected as the Task Force name of the 109th RSG located at AAAB. The members of the 109th chose Task Force Tatanka to pay tribute to the Lakota Sioux Nation’s culture, traditions, and heritage which are prominent in many Western South Dakota communities.
Education is important and doesn’t have to stop when service members are deployed! All they have to do is look for an education center wherever they find themselves. The education counselors will be happy to help them! Find more information at www.dantes.mil/OCONUS
Military OneSource Podcast — DANTES Online Academic Skills Course
Audio by Bruce Moody, Military OneSource
Learn about the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support’s Online Academic Skills Course. The OASC is a self-paced online course that can help service members prepare for their educational and professional goals. It is free to service members. OASC can be used with the Academic Skills Training, which assesses academic strengths and weaknesses to help improve basic math, English and science skills for college-level course placement, qualification for reclassification or advanced training, and military advancement.
Host Bruce Moody speaks about OASC and AST with Farra Winters, Peterson’s client relationship manager supporting the Academic Skills Training Program contract with DANTES.
Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/for-service-members to learn about the education resources and support available to service members.
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Also available for listening at www.DANTES.mil/OASC
