The “Real” CSI: Designing and Teaching a Violent Crime Scene Class in an Undergraduate Setting

Lacks, Robyn Diehl

doi:10.1080/10511250701383459

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“…Experiential learning, also known as "service-learning," approaches such as this have been found to be highly effective teaching strategies for criminal justice education (e.g. "inside out" courses in prisons), and are also highly valued by criminal justice collaborators in the community (Bordt and Lawler, 2005;Burke and Bush, 2013;Byers and DuBois, 2017;Davis et al, 2011;Gutierrez et al, 2012;Hiller et al, 2014;Lacks, 2007).…”

Section: Police Collaborating With Academic Partners On Cold Casesmentioning

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Law enforcement and academics working together on cold case investigations: lessons learned and paths forward

Fox

Miley

Allen

et al. 2020

JCP

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Purpose The purpose of this study is to outline the specific details and lessons learned during a cold case collaborative effort, which granted graduate students and a professor from the University of South Florida the opportunity to assist Pasco Sheriff’s Office in the investigation of a cold case homicide. Methodology The collaboration between law enforcement and academics is a new and emerging strategy to investigate cold cases and identify the elusive offenders who committed these crimes. Such collaboration aids law enforcement by obtaining a force multiplier for investigative resources, accessing cutting-edge evidence-based research and cultivating innovative approaches to their work. For academics, such collaboration allows the unique opportunity to engage in translational criminology, which is an important and increasingly encouraged aspect of the field. Findings In this paper, the authors provide an overview of the process used to study this cold case as part of an experiential academic course, provide evidence-based research findings relevant to cold case investigations and outline the steps for others to replicate the efforts. Originality/value The authors describe in detail the process used to “work” the cold case, academic research that the authors found useful in understanding and investigating cold cases, important lessons learned and advice for future academics and practitioners who undertake an incredible collaborative effort such as this.

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Section: Police Collaborating With Academic Partners On Cold Casesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Law enforcement and academics working together on cold case investigations: lessons learned and paths forward

Fox

Miley

Allen

et al. 2020

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“…Many articles have also dealt more directly with the teaching of specific criminal justice classes, describing how films can be incorporated into those courses (Nickoli, Hendricks, Hendricks, and Osgood 2003;Rockell 2009), such as crime scene investigations (Lacks 2007), the death penalty (Patenaude 2001), criminal justice ethics (Pino, Brunson, and Stewart 2009), and even criminal justice literature (Engel 2003). Finally, Cook and Bacot (1993) mentioned that films can also be incorporated into the classroom in order to display historical and current attitudes toward crime, criminals, victims, and the criminal justice system (police, courts, and corrections).…”

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Crime, History, and Hollywood: Learning Criminal Justice History through Major Motion Pictures

Oliver¹

2011

Journal of Criminal Justice Education

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“…Also notably improved through co-operative learning is students critical thinking skills, as well as skills such as communication and teamwork. In forensic science, this is often fostered through modules on crime scene investigation, where heavily practical elements rely on teamwork to process a crime scene (Byrne, 2018;Lacks, 2007). There is very little based on practices in teaching through forensic science.…”

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Enhancing forensic science communication through the jigsaw method

Preece

2024

IJODS

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Traditional didactic approaches often fall short in preparing students for real-world minutiae, such as scientific communication. After the pandemic, it is evident students are struggling with communication skills. However, the vital skill of communication is still pertinent in academia and the workplace. This study uses the jigsaw teaching method, inspired by the jigsaw puzzle concept, to enhance communication by organizing students into groups responsible for mastering specific aspects of a case study. Despite the jigsaw methods effectiveness in various educational settings, the integration of the method into the subject of forensic science, particularly in dissecting case studies, remains underexplored. In the study, a total of 86 forensic science students across three years of study were asked for feedback (using the Likert Scale) after studying a case using the jigsaw methodology. The students indicated a positive response overall, with an average rating of 4.01 out of 5 for the six questions asked based on improvement of their skills. Notably, students demonstrated better understanding of communication in forensic science, and acknowledged the method's contribution to improving peer communication in forensic science (average rating 4.09). Student comments highlight a generally positive experience, though concerns about group dynamics and engagement surfaced. Ultimately, the Jigsaw teaching method holds promise for elevating the quality of forensic science communication in the face of evolving challenges around student engagement. Incorporating the methodology into an assessment-based practice could be the way forward to help students overcome anxiety-inducing assessments, such as traditional oral presentations, as smaller groups are used within this methodology.

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The “Real” CSI: Designing and Teaching a Violent Crime Scene Class in an Undergraduate Setting

Cited by 8 publications

References 6 publications

Law enforcement and academics working together on cold case investigations: lessons learned and paths forward

Law enforcement and academics working together on cold case investigations: lessons learned and paths forward

Crime, History, and Hollywood: Learning Criminal Justice History through Major Motion Pictures

Enhancing forensic science communication through the jigsaw method

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