Murder+under+the+Microscope+2012

= = = **Murder under the Microscope- 2012** = //**Your aim **//

In this project, students are presented with a mystery, an eco-crime. Working as an investigation team, students study the issues and crime sites, research the victims and villains and use the clues provided by Catchment Headquarters (Catchment HQ) to try to solve the mystery.

During the first two weeks, knowledge and understanding is built up in preparation for the investigation. Clues are then revealed over a three week period. Once the final clue has been given, teams will have 24 hours to make their accusation.

//**Members of the first team to name the:** //


 * villain (the cause)
 * victim (the effect) and
 * crime site (the place)

become the **EcoSleuths** of the year

You will become immersed in research and problem-solving activities in order to solve the mystery of the eco-crime. You will work in teams to undertake the research and prepare to present your findings. MuM supports your learning about ecosystems by looking at biotic and abiotic factors, exploring the water cycle and examining the effects of human impacts on an ecosystem.

During the investigation, you will develop skills in reflecting on your prior learning and asking geographical questions such as ‘What is there?’, ‘Where is it?’ and ‘How is it changing over time?’ In completing the MuM management plan, you will propose action about contemporary geographical issues and reflect on the meaning of citizenship.

[|Murder Under the Microscope]