So you want to be an intel analyst?

1. Intelligence is being able to add value to information by subjecting it to the elements of the intelligence process. • Intelligence has become the driving force in crime prevention, criminal investigation, loss prevention and risk management. • The predictive ability of a competent intelligence analyst is evident across both the public and private sectors. • Being able to support the decision making process in a climate of uncertainty is the analyst’s role and function. • …As such, intelligence is a growth industry.

2. So you want to be an intel analyst? Using real-time authentic online learning scenarios to teach criminal intelligence analysis Dr Peter Bell Senior Lecturer, Queensland University of Technology Dr Natasha Giardina Learning Designer, Queensland University of Technology

3. Parts to talk about The Pedagogical and Technical Design Briefs Application of Instructional Design Framework (theory) Course mapping the capstone experience Overall unit structure First Person Perspective Lessons learned What happened next

4. The Design Brief: Authentic Learning in an Online Environment The organisational challenge: how to use low-barrier technologies, and existing infrastructure to create a product that can be maintained and adapted without significant technical support? Microsoft PowerPoint Blackboard LMS Herrington & Oliver (2000): Instructional Design Framework for Authentic Learning Environments Theories of constructivism, situated learning and problem-based learning The pedagogical challenge: how to provide authentic learning experiences to build professional skills in a way that is customised for external students?

5. JSB377 as a capstone experience

6. Unit Structure: JSB377 Criminal Intelligence Analysis • Ask a Question Forum • WCT-based support • Reflection tool 9 theory and practical topics supported by applied in extended in tested in Major PBL authentic assessment task: criminal intelligence analysis exercise Minor research assessment task Minor final content quiz assessment Industry skills and professional preparedness/identity

7. Professional role/perspective, authentic context Major Assessment Task: Pract-Ex Assume the role of an intel analyst in an ongoing criminal investigation, applying knowledge/skills learned so far. The Situation: The investigation was initiated in response to a recent increase in the sale and supply of Amphetamine Type Stimulants (ATS) along with a sudden rise in the theft of luxury motor vehicles, suggesting the involvement of organised crime. Realistic scenario Authentic activity, PBL Analyseintel files to determine who’s done what. Be prepared for game-changing updates as events unfold. Scaffolding, authentic data Present PowerPoint + 8 minute audio briefing + documentation to supervising officer to convince him of your interpretation of events and to adopt your recommendations. Polished product, articulation

8. The Learning Interface Theories, models and demos Standard navigation Logical, dynamic presentation of content Reflection tool Clear communication channels Clear instructions

9. Step by step scaffolding for the hard stuff

10. Simulated “office” interface for pract-ex

11. Interactive desk elements link to PowerPoint Resources and dynamic use of media

12. Step-by-step instructions link theory to practice

13. Use of rich media heightens authenticity Evidence video goes here

14. Lessons learned

15. Student feedback

16. Employer feedback

17. What happened next? What happened next? • Multiple successful iterations, also adapted to FTF mode. • Ongoing partnerships with state and federal law enforcement agencies especially as graduate employers. • Raised profile of Faculty and University. • Interest from international agencies. • Lessons learned have informed development of a new co-curricular law and justice competition called QUT Crime Club.