PULSE Education & Business Services
Passionate about delivering 21st Century CSI 'Forensic Science Workshops to Schools & Businesses throughout the UK
Address:
2 Farriers Gate
Cranwell Village
Lincolnshire
NG34 8NT
Phone Number:
0844 335 0118
Website:
http://www.fingeronthepulse.biz
http://pulsecsi.com/usefullinks
PULSE Education & Business Services combined their skillset to develop a range of unique and authentic CSI activities aimed at children and young adults. The team includes highly dedicated and fascinating professionals including Lead Crime Scene Investigators & Examiners specializing in Forensic Science processes. Our workshop is an innovative and engaging science based workshop designed to develop students awareness of 'Forensic Science' and the applications and techniques used at a Crime Scene. Students will be introduced and will develop the skills, understanding and a knowledge of scientific processes and how these relate to our Criminal Justice System. A hands-on, educational workshop which will keep your students on task!
Cross-curricular basic skill development; supports elements of (including National Curriculum references and levels, as appropriate):
- SC1 Scientific Enquiry
- Mathematics Ma1
- English: En1 Speaking & Listening, En2 Reading, En3 Writing, Drama
- History (Level 1)
- Geography (Level 1)
- ICT
- PHSE & Citizenship
- Health & Safety
- Enterprise Education
Full Day activities for both Year 5 & Year 6 will include all the students dressing up in white / blue SOCO suits and visiting their own individual Crime Scene Scenario and using their newly acquired skill set – this would take place in the afternoon session. All pupils will be required to work within a team with their fellow pupils and retrieve, preserve and document any evidence.
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Objectives - Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the session each pupil will have a good overall knowledge of 'Forensic Science':
- Engage the pupils in an introduction to Forensic Science in preparation for KS3, highly recommended for Year 5 and Year 6 groups
- Gives pupils the opportunity to explore areas of Forensic Science and is an ideal introduction to the Science Curriculum
- Allows pupils to participate in practical "hands on" science activities using authentic equipment
- Broadens pupils enthusiasm for science making them active and curious
- Teaches pupils that science is all around them - gaining a greater understanding of scientific inquiry and its wider aspects
- Allows the pupils to gain confidence in their own thoughts and how to communicate scientifically to different groups
- Pupils will learn how these Forensic Science techniques relate and integrate into everyday life and the importance that this specialist skills set plays within today's Criminal Justice System – important for pupils transition to KS3 learning
NB: If school has opted for CEOP (Child Exploitation Online Protection) KS2 film, this resource will highlight, prepare and reiterate to the pupils the importance of 'Online' Internet Safety particularly on such social networking websites like FACEBOOK.
School Benefits
- Contributes to raised attainment
- To learn about new topics and try new ideas in a less pressured environment
- To celebrate science
- Raising the profile of science within the school
- Increasing interest and attitude to science
- Assisting teachers and schools to raise standards across the whole Curriculum
- Encouraging independent working and team work, in order to approach and solve scientific problems utilising Forensic Science and Crime Scene Science as a tool
- Supports the "Every Child Matters Agenda"
- Opportunities for Continued Professional Development for both Teachers and Support personnel
Age Ranges
- 7-10 (KS2/P2-5)
- 11-13 (KS3/P6-S1)
- 14-15 (KS4/S2-3)
Outreach for Pupils
- Business and Enterprise
- Citizenship
- Science
Other Services & info
- CPD and Consultancy - Curriculum subject areas
- Ideas and Inspiration - Enrichment day activities
- Documents Held - CRB Check
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October 7, 2011
The workshop and Jacqui were absolutely fantastic! The children learnt and rehearsed new skills in the morning and used them to investigate the crime scenes in the afternoon which was perfect. I have never seen the children maintain their focus for a whole day on anything before … I was amazed and incredibly pleased! Dressing up in the suits and using the equipment was a wonderful experience (for the teachers too!!). They were learning all the time and they thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. It was brilliant to see our ‘hands on’ children excelling and taking a leadership role – it was great for their confidence and self esteem. The workshop was perfect for the CSI Waller Forensic Science Week we’re running and was a brilliant way to launch our investigation. Thankyou so much!
October 17, 2011
This was truly a fantastic day. From the moment I first spoke to Jacqui I knew I was in good hands. Everything ran like clockwork - from the booking, to her arrival and set up, through to the running of the day itself. Jacqui is a true professional with every second, every minute planned and the pace maintained. The children were enthralled from the very start. The masses of props and materials used seemed never-ending and obviously the highlight was the dressing up. Jacqui has an amazing rapport with the kids and they hung on to every word she said. The children were still talking about the event five days later...definitely the best session I've ever attended in my career as a teacher. Many, many thanks Jacqui. I'm sure we'll be seeing you next year! Lucia Wiper, Ulverston Victoria High School, Cumbria, LA20 6EZ
November 8, 2011
The children absolutely loved the day and haven't stopped talking about it since!! Here are a couple of quotes from staff... "The whole day was a very special experience - one which neither I, or the children will forget. From the in depth, well thought out experimental activities, to the jaw-dropping Crime Scene Scenario in the afternoon, the day was action packed and full of fun. This is certainly one way of 'achieving excellence through enjoyment'!!!" Mr S Ward " A fab day - loved every minute - and so did the children...would highly recommend elsewhere" Mr S McDonald And here are some of the kids... "best day ever" Oscar Hull "can't believe we actually investigated a crime scene - awesome!" Tom Wilson "I've seen stuff like it in the TV but to do it myself was ace - please come again" Kirsty Wells "My favourite bit was getting the Swabs for DNA - well cool!!!" Fionbharr Cummins - Hylton