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Mock crime scene challenge as a collaborative tool for student learning.

Dhruvi Panchal¹, Nirmala Krishnamurthy¹

¹Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati, Srinivasapuram, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati District, Andhra Pradesh 517619, India.

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The Mock Crime Scene (MCS) challenge effectively promotes collaborative learning by enhancing student interaction and engagement. This hands-on approach improved critical thinking and problem-solving skills more than traditional assessments.

Keywords:

Assessment Collaborative learning Crime Scene Investigation Peer grading Student engagement Team work

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Educational Psychology
Collaborative Learning Strategies

Background:

Collaborative learning emphasizes student interaction and active engagement with theoretical knowledge.
Traditional teaching methods like quizzes and exams may not fully foster these skills.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a novel Mock Crime Scene (MCS) challenge as a collaborative learning tool.
To assess student perceptions regarding the MCS challenge's impact on engagement and skill development.

Main Methods:

Implementation of a two-pronged Mock Crime Scene (MCS) challenge where students designed and investigated crime scenes.
Collection of student feedback through surveys and in-person interviews.

Main Results:

Students perceived the MCS challenge as an effective collaborative exercise, promoting peer discussion and group coordination.
The hands-on MCS experience was rated as more engaging than traditional quizzes or exams.
Students reported improvements in critical thinking and problem-solving abilities due to the MCS challenge.

Conclusions:

The Mock Crime Scene (MCS) challenge serves as a valuable collaborative tool for enhancing student learning.
This innovative approach fosters active learning, engagement, and the development of essential cognitive skills.