Understanding the Role of Attention in Human Performance and Memory (26-03-17-A1)

Human attention plays a critical role in how officers perceive, interpret, and respond to events, particularly during high-stress and rapidly evolving situations. This course examines the science of attention and its impact on human performance, perception, and memory. Participants will explore how attentional limitations, stress, and environmental factors influence what officers observe and recall, and how these factors affect decision-making and investigative review. The course emphasizes the importance of understanding human performance science to ensure fair, accurate, and legally defensible evaluations of officer actions.