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What was the focus of the empirical analyses conducted in the study?
What was the focus of the empirical analyses conducted in the study?
Which type of training did Experiment 3 examine in relation to the performance feedback?
Which type of training did Experiment 3 examine in relation to the performance feedback?
According to the research, how long did the block training last in Experiment 3?
According to the research, how long did the block training last in Experiment 3?
What is a significant gap identified in the study regarding police training?
What is a significant gap identified in the study regarding police training?
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Which method was not specifically analyzed in relation to police training in the study?
Which method was not specifically analyzed in relation to police training in the study?
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What type of feedback was examined in its impact on instructor behavior and cadet performance during the academy?
What type of feedback was examined in its impact on instructor behavior and cadet performance during the academy?
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What was highlighted as a necessary change in training and education for police officers?
What was highlighted as a necessary change in training and education for police officers?
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What was the total number of cadets involved in the study across three police academies?
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What percentage of North American police academies teach ground fighting as a nonlethal skill?
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Which of the following is a nonlethal option more likely to be deployed by police officers?
Which of the following is a nonlethal option more likely to be deployed by police officers?
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What key role does behavioral assessment serve according to Luiselli and Reed?
What key role does behavioral assessment serve according to Luiselli and Reed?
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What is the percentage of police academies that assess cadet performance through skill proficiency exams?
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Why is there a need for standardized and objective evaluations in police academies?
Why is there a need for standardized and objective evaluations in police academies?
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What is a consequence of the subjective scoring during evaluations mentioned in the content?
What is a consequence of the subjective scoring during evaluations mentioned in the content?
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What has not yet been applied to police tactical skills, according to the discussion?
What has not yet been applied to police tactical skills, according to the discussion?
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What underlying factor is suggested to build trust between researchers and police officers?
What underlying factor is suggested to build trust between researchers and police officers?
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What is a likely consequence of officers lacking fluency in nonlethal forms of force?
What is a likely consequence of officers lacking fluency in nonlethal forms of force?
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What percentage of the participants were non-White?
What percentage of the participants were non-White?
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How long was the total commitment time for each participant during the testing?
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What was the age range of the participants?
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What type of training did most participants report having prior experience in?
What type of training did most participants report having prior experience in?
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How many participants were excluded from the data analysis?
How many participants were excluded from the data analysis?
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What is one potential area of concern highlighted regarding academy performance?
What is one potential area of concern highlighted regarding academy performance?
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What is indicated as necessary if behavior-analytic procedures are already in place?
What is indicated as necessary if behavior-analytic procedures are already in place?
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What was identified as a necessary precaution during training to control for practice effects?
What was identified as a necessary precaution during training to control for practice effects?
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Which skill was deemed relatively simple based on the requirements described?
Which skill was deemed relatively simple based on the requirements described?
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How were the trial sequences organized for odd-numbered participants?
How were the trial sequences organized for odd-numbered participants?
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What was the purpose of the task analysis created by the investigators?
What was the purpose of the task analysis created by the investigators?
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What type of feedback was included in the training process?
What type of feedback was included in the training process?
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What does the term 'defensive tactics' refer to in this context?
What does the term 'defensive tactics' refer to in this context?
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Why was there no pretest for the kick in Session 2?
Why was there no pretest for the kick in Session 2?
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How many weeks after training were follow-up tests conducted?
How many weeks after training were follow-up tests conducted?
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What was the total duration of disarming training?
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How often were follow-up tests conducted after the training?
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What was emphasized in the exit questionnaire after the follow-up tests?
What was emphasized in the exit questionnaire after the follow-up tests?
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Which skill served as the control skill during the study?
Which skill served as the control skill during the study?
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What method did instructors primarily use to conduct training?
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What aspect was not provided to the participants during the training of skills?
What aspect was not provided to the participants during the training of skills?
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Which type of data was the criterion for moving disarming training from pretest to training?
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What did the lead instructor provide after individual feedback during practice?
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Study Notes
Police Academy Training Overview
- Research involved 3 large U.S. police academies with a total of 115 cadets across various training methods.
- The study focused on defensive and control tactics over different time frames: 8 weeks and 15 weeks.
Experiments Conducted
- Experiment 1: Evaluated single-session or block training over 8 weeks.
- Experiment 2: Analyzed spaced training sessions with small-group practice and scenario-based feedback over 8 weeks.
- Experiment 3: Assessed block training with scenario-based feedback over 15 weeks, including follow-up performance data 16 weeks post-graduation.
Training Effectiveness and Feedback
- Performance feedback positively impacted instructor behavior and cadet learning.
- Cadet performance mostly assessed through skill proficiency exams at 93% of academies, highlighting the necessity for standardized assessments.
Training Techniques and Curriculum
- Training included nonlethal tactical skills widely taught, such as pressure-point control, ground fighting, and weapon retention (85% to 99% prevalence in North American academies).
- Effective behavior analytic methods are critical for improving training under resource constraints in police academies.
Objectives and Recommendations
- Calls for evidence-based changes in training to enhance de-escalation tactics and reduce reliance on lethal force.
- Emphasis on developing trust between behavioral scientists and law enforcement officials to encourage data-driven improvements.
Sample Characteristics
- Study participants consisted of 28 cadets (75% White, 25% non-White) aged 21 to 37, with varying prior training experiences.
- Majority had formal training in martial arts, boxing, or related sports.
Training Procedures
- Sessions included rationale, instruction, modeling, practice with individual feedback, and group feedback.
- Skills assessed included kicks, pressure points, and disarming, ensuring low practice prior to tests to prevent bias in results.
Measurement and Evaluation
- Testing sessions lasted approximately 2 minutes each, with follow-up tests scheduled at 1, 2, 4, and 8 weeks after training.
- Exit questionnaires evaluated participants' confidence and frequency of practice for skills learned.
Key Findings
- The necessity of adapting police training methodologies to incorporate feedback and performance assessments.
- Observed that subjective scoring may lead to variability in cadet evaluations and highlight the need for objective measurement standards.
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Explore the empirical analyses of training methodologies at three large regional police academies. This research focuses on performance and learning outcomes in police training programs. Gain insights based on findings from the Association for Behavior Analysis International.
