Those who are wondering if they have what it takes to join the U.S. Air Force can see if their skills are up to par with the U.S. Air Force E.C.H.O. (Enhanced Cognitive Human Ops.) program. The interactive gaming experience challenges players to use the cognitive skills that are in practice every day, such as focus, composure and reaction. As Air Force Recruiting Service national events chief Major Jason Wyche describes, "While the Air Force has the most advanced technology in the world, an Airman’s cognitive skills are still the key to effectively employing that technology."
The gaming experience kicks off with an explanation of what it takes to be in the program, plus tasks like Track & React, a challenge that tests for accuracy and more.
Cognition-Testing Recruitment Games
The U.S. Air Force's E.C.H.O. is an Interactive Experience
Trend Themes
1. Cognition-testing Recruitment Games - Interactive cognitive testing recruitment games that challenge skills like focus and reaction time.
2. Digital Recruitment Tools - The creation and use of digital tools in recruitment processes.
3. Gamification for Recruitment - Integration of game mechanics in recruitment processes to improve candidate engagement.
Industry Implications
1. Military Recruitment - Utilizing technology and interactive gaming experiences for recruitment purposes within the military.
2. Gaming Industry - Designing and developing cognitive-testing games that can be integrated into recruitment processes.
3. HR Tech - Developing and providing digital recruitment tools that enhance the candidate experience and streamline processes.