Should all TRADOC classes be online?

While online/distance education has its place, some learning is just better when it is face to face.  Being able to see (and actively participate) concepts in live-action as well as face-to-face performance evaluations, critiques, and brain-storming just cannot be replicated over a computer screen.  For some MOS training, you just  have to do it in person. Sure if I wanted to go FA, I could watch a video online and read about the procedures for operating field artillery, but I'm sure the nation is safer if I learned how to do it in field conditions under pressure to make sure I can actually do it when it counts.  The same could be said for a combat medic saving a life, or an infantry squad leader.

Sir, I agree that on-site training can be a hassle and online training is easier on national guard, I am just wondering how pay would be worked out. Also, for some classes onsite training would be inevitable.  I also don't think  I could re-class, which I am planning to do here in a bit to 25N, in an online class. While I could learn all the info online, it would take way too long.

I'm a supporter of online education and consider it to have great potential both in the civilian and military professional education because of the flexibility, cost-savings, adaptability, and capability.&nbsp; However, it is impossible to re-create some of the benefits of resident learning at key points in a career.&nbsp; The PCS moves for PME, while costly, allow the Leader to step away from the Operational Force and focus on education and professional development that is not possible in units with high OPTEMPO. <br><br>Additionally, bringing Leaders together, either by Rank or by Occupational Specialty, to a schoolhouse environment allows a depth of networking that is invaluable in developing the profession and allowing for a healthy debate, discussion, and introspection.&nbsp; Camaraderie has its value, and personal relationships developed through courses strengthens the service. <br>