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 The Aloha Alelo Quarterly Newsletter - November 2009 |
In this issue:
Vista compatible Tactical French
In addition to expanding its reach to users through Vista-compatibility, the Tactical French language training course has several other updates including Navy operational missions content and Proficiency 1 enhancements. The Vista accessibility of Alelo’s courses illustrates our commitment to providing our customers with convenient and reliable training. Adding to the diverse training modules of the first version, Tactical French 2.1.1 includes a new scenario called “Conducting a PDSS for MEDCAP”. Developed with the expertise of Marine Corps Air Station Navy Personnel, the scenario provides training on how to conduct a detailed Pre-Deployment Site Survey (PDSS) mission in preparation for a Medical Civil Affairs Program (MEDCAP). The mission requires that a sailor interact and build rapport with host nation government, military, and non-governmental organization officials in order to obtain the information and permission to establish a MEDCAP. The scenario is divided into five episodes that the user must navigate successfully in order to complete the entire mission. In addition, with six new lessons to ensure a wider breadth of knowledge, the Skillbuilder component teaches users the language and culture skills necessary to navigate the PDSS scenario. This release expands upon material from the previous Tactical French edition while also adding significantly more instructional material in order to achieve an ILR Level 1 rating on the Oral Proficiency Interview for French. The program also includes a new interface and advancements in speech recognition feedback and evaluation. With key enhancements and new additions, Tactical French 2.1.1 promises to be a more effective training and in-field preparedness module for naval personnel. Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer (VCAT)
(continued...) Alelo has developed the Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer (VCAT), which U.S. Joint Forces Command has launched on Joint Knowledge Online (http://jko.jfcom.mil). As a dynamic new addition to the wide breadth of Alelo’s dynamic cultural training products, VCAT is the first of its kind: a game-based cultural learning environment that is accessible via the Web and conforms to SCORM-compliant learning content management systems. VCAT is also a finalist at The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference’s (I/ITSEC) Serious Games Showcase & Challenge. The award will be announced at the I/ITSEC event in Orlando, FL, November 30 – December 3, 2009. We are thrilled to see this innovative new technology gain momentum through increasing exposure. Alelo's Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer launches on Joint Knowledge online
VCAT is designed to develop the cultural awareness of personnel who are preparing for deployment to the Horn of Africa’s (HOA) thirteen countries as defined by the U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM). VCAT provides the task-based operational cultural information about the region that is necessary for the successful completion of military missions, including Civil Affairs, Security Cooperation, and Humanitarian Assistance. It also features game-based scenarios that immerse the player in a believable 3D world. VCAT’s scenarios are based on real-life HOA locations where trainees are able to practice their intercultural skills in interactions with African non-player characters. Alelo has received wide recognition both in the U.S. and internationally for its game-based training products such as Tactical Iraqi and Tactical Dari. These programs are currently in use by tens of thousands of American and Australian troops deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan. Alelo and USJFCOM’s partnership on the development of the VCAT course marks the start of a new era for immersive game-based online cultural training offered by the Department of Defense. (DoD). About U.S. Joint Forces Command » Download the news release in .pdf format goEnglish
(continued...) goEnglish is a fully-hosted website staging a multi-skill level American English teaching curriculum, including lessons, exercises, drills, and tests for use by learners of English as a second language. The content is versioned for the specific languages spoken in the audiences that Voice of America (VOA) services.
Uku coming to an iPhone near you! We are delighted to announce that Alelo received a Department of Defense contract to deliver language and culture training technology for handheld devices. (continued...) The Marine Corps Systems Command awarded the contract to provide an enterprise level license for the Uku handheld training platform. Uku delivers interactive multimedia foreign language and culture training programs on Apple handheld devices, including the iPhone and iPod. Military servicemembers will be able to install the Uku application and a variety of free of charge interactive training modules on their device. Alelo provides enterprise license for Handheld training platform to the DoD Alelo has received a contract award to deliver language and culture training technology for handheld devices to the Department of Defense. Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) awarded the contract to provide an enterprise level license for the Uku handheld training platform. Uku delivers interactive multimedia foreign language and culture training programs on Apple handheld devices, including the iPhone and iPod. Servicemembers will be able to install the Uku platform, and a variety of free of charge interactive training modules on their device. The Marine Corps has also contracted with Alelo to develop and deliver a suite of Uku-based culture and language training materials, initially focusing on Afghanistan and Iraq, and other training courses in the future. These programs are designed to supplement Alelo’s game-based learning products, such as the Dari and Pashto language and culture training systems (also known as Tactical dari and Tactical pashto), as well as with Alelo’s multi-player training capability called Virtual Role Players (VRP). Together these will provide trainees with a wide spectrum of anywhere, anytime training capabilities, from basic vocabulary through advanced conversational skills, both prior to deployment and in within their area of operation. Alelo’s training products have already demonstrated their effectiveness in developing mission-relevant communication skills, improving operational effectiveness and saving lives. This new handheld capability will increase the accessibility and effectiveness of Alelo’s offerings, and will provide trainees with a way to continue to develop, strengthen, and sustain their communication skills. » Download the news release in .pdf format Alelo at I/ITSEC Visit Alelo in booth 2529 at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation & Education Conference (I/ITSEC) in Orlando, FL. In addition to visiting us in our booth, you may find us at several other events and locations, including the following:
I/ITSEC takes place at the Orlando Convention Center November 30-December 3, 2009. For more information, visit http://www.iitsec.org. Alelo opens office in Hampton Roads
(continued...) Alelo Inc., a creator of advanced learning products for cross-cultural communication skills, has opened an office in Suffolk’s Hampton Roads community in Virginia. Thoughtfully placed in the Virginia Modeling and Simulation Center (VMASC), Alelo seeks to further affirm its commitment to better serve government customers interested in simulation-based learning products. The office is located at 1030 University Blvd, Suite #2220, Suffolk, VA 23435, (757) 686-6238. Of this exciting opening, Alelo’s President and Chief Scientist, Dr. W. Lewis Johnson states, “There is increasing demand for Alelo’s products from organizations based in Virginia. Our new office will help us meet this demand”. With local personnel stationed in the new location, Alelo will provide more consistent contact with its expanding range of customers in the Virginia area including the Joint Forces Command, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command, and the Marine Corps. VMASC is a multi-disciplinary, collaborative enterprise center of the Old Dominion University Research Foundation that works to advance the development and applications of modeling, simulation, and visualization as enterprise decision-making tools to promote economic, business, and academic development. Alelo’s Virginia office will gain the unique opportunity to support VMASC’s mission through the provision of innovative training and technology. Alelo relocates its World Headquarters to a media center Alelo is pleased to announce the relocation of its world headquarters to 12910 Culver Boulevard, Suite J, Los Angeles, CA USA 90066. (continued...) The new facility includes in-house media capabilities with a recording studio and video editing bay with industry standard software and equipment. These new facilities will allow Alelo to expand its development of media-rich and task-driven Language Learning Products, centered in context and culture using the latest methodology in learning technology. The world headquarters opens on December 4, 2009 at 12910 Culver Boulevard, Suite J, Los Angeles, CA USA 90066, (310) 574-7500 (Phone), and (310) 574-7599 (Fax). For more information, visit http://www.alelo.com. Dear Friend, Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Aloha Alelo Quarterly! As a tool to provide information on new software and product releases, news and events, this eNewsletter will be delivered every three months to members of the Alelo user community. You are receiving this publication because you registered online for alerts on Tactical Language Training software/product releases. This edition features several new product updates, including new releases of our Vista-compatible French language program, Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer, goEnglish online training course, and Uku Handheld Companion mobile language training package. This eNewsletter also announces Alelo’s new East Coast office opening in Hampton Roads, Virginia and the relocation of its World Headquarters based in Los Angeles. Read on for exciting details. We thank you for your support and interest in Alelo. Aloha!
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New Product Releases
Alelo has developed the Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer (VCAT), which U.S. Joint Forces Command has launched on Joint Knowledge Online (
Alelo Inc., a creator of advanced learning products for cross-cultural communication skills, has developed the Virtual Cultural Awareness Trainer (VCAT), which U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) has launched on 
Uku - the Handheld Companion
