Websites and Articals
2Lt Picketts share his top 5 skills he used and learned on his journey from Gunner to Officer.
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Sources of Information on the British Army
MOD Annual Report - The annual reports and accounts consist of a performance report, an accountability report and the annual accounts providing detail on defence activity undertaken during each financial year
British Army Strategic Digest:
Useful Sources related to leadership and the military
Cove - The Cove is a professional development work for the Australian Army. It is based on the theory of ‘Connectivism’. Often referred to as a ‘learning theory for the digital age. Connectivism recognises the importance of developing communities of practise to share expertise and enhance continuous learning. It even has its own App.
TheArmyLeader.co.uk - An unofficial home for serving and former soldiers and officers to share their leadership experiences, offer advice and tips, and provide development tools
50 Free Online Courses for Your COVID-19 Self Isolation - Signposted by the Army Leader. Whether you are self-isolated at home due to family infection, following government advice, or dispersed to protect yourself , this does not need to be wasted time.
The Centre for Historical Analysis and Conflict Research (CHACR) - A 'think tank' established for the Army that offers independent and objective views.
Public Lectures
Public lectures at Newcastle University are free and open to all. Our aim is to offer a programme that will inform, stimulate, entertain, and excite
The Royal Society -The Royal Society is a Fellowship of many of the world's most eminent scientists and is the oldest scientific academy in continuous existence.
University of Nottingham - School of Physics and Astronomy public lectures
University of Nottingham - Public Lectures and Seminars
University of York - Every term, the University organises free open lectures on a wide variety of topics and aimed at a general audience.
Defence Connect links - these can only be accessed by those who are a member of the Armed forces and have access to Defence Connect
The Whitehall Library provides MOD wide e-resources, through its e-library.
From here, amongst others, you can access the following:
Colombia International Affairs
The Diplomat
The Economist
The New York Times
The Washington Post
Under no circumstance can the Library links or passwords be shared with anyone outside of MOD due to copyright law.
Journals, Articles and Quick Reads
Other AOSB Advise Websites
Late Entry Commissioning Assessment Board Preparation
Defence Learning Environment (Search AOSB)