The Relationship Between Executive Function with Learning Agility in Police Officers

Abstract

Background: Learning agility is the willingness to learn from experiences and apply those learnings to new situations. Agile knowledge profoundly impacts performance, so several companies are incorporating it into their learning strategy. In comparison, cognitive processes and behaviors indicate learning agility. Learning agility has been used in many companies as an essential consideration for selecting high-potential talent. The study aims: This study aimed to determine the relationship between executive function and learning agility in police officers. Method: The research method used is a correlational quantitative method with Spearman as a data analysis technique. The research participants are 107 police officers. Data collection on learning agility uses a learning agility scale (17 items, α=0,922), and executive function uses a neuropsychological test tool. Result: Based on the results of the analysis test between executive function and learning agility on police officers with the Digit Span Backwards, Stroop Test, Trail Making Test A & B, Ruff's Five-point test, and the Verbal Fluency Test shows that there is no significant negative relationship between executive function and learning agility Conclusion: Based on the analysis of the data, it was found that there is an essential relationship between executive function and learning agility in police officers.