Investigative decision making : the use of storytelling in e-learning for training police students

Abstract

Purpose–“E-learning is not intended to replace the traditional classroom setting, but to provide new opportunities for interaction and communication between students and instructor or teacher” (Zhang et al., 2004). The thesis aimed at discussing this phrase as the major problem statement.Design/methodology/approach–For this research, case study research method with the InstructionalDesign (ID) process was the chosen design and method for designing and consequently developing an e-learning solution. The case study research method with the ID process was found to support the design and development of a successful e-learning course forPolicestudents. –The study investigated whether policehigh school students can experience the impact on learning outcomes and were motivated and engaged by interacting with an e-learning. Implementation of digital storytelling approach was projected to increase the learner performance and motivation. Findings–The development of an e-learning course integrated with digital storytelling helped students to understand better the case-task content. Uses of interactive content increases and enhancesstudents’ motivation in their learning process and provide better understanding of the case-task content/context. –Visual aids lead to better understanding of the whole content/context that affects the learning performance when compared to standard classroom methods, either as a complete substitution or a supplementary solution. Keywords:E-Learning,Digital storytelling,interactive-created content,case study,police cadet,student-engagement,student motivation,Technology Acceptance Model