Last week, a group of Year 12 students participated in the CSI Blood Pool Workshop.
They were presented with a real-life crime scene and examined the entire case including forensic tests and analysis. During the CSI workshop, the students had a chance to:
- Interpret what is found at a crime scene
- Test a sample of blood found at the scene and work it its blood group
- Conduct DNA sequencing using electrophoresis
- Interpret other physical evidence found at crime scenes
- Use critical thinking skills to consider how an expert forensic scientist would present this information at court
Student Feedback
“It was really fun doing a hands on activity and as a non-biologist, I thought that the DNA and blood analysis was clearly explained. I also thought that the teamwork aspect was fun” – Kristina L
“It was very intense and fun and extremely informative about the forensic field” – Thiruchelevan
“I enjoyed the pressure, it was fun and I learnt how to conduct a blood test, I enjoyed this style of learning” – Hamedullah
Teacher Feedback
“Thinkers in education presented a professional, dynamic, engaging workshop which gave student the chance to take on the role of a forensic scientist and learn how to conduct practical techniques – accuracy was key to the group’s success. Working in groups meant students used a range of skills: leadership, listening, presentation, ability to prioritize” – Ms G Bhogal
