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aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_typeGive a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subjectCriminology
What age groupYear or Grade 9
What topicPrinciples of law
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Introduction to Criminology: Principles of Law

Lesson Opening: The Mysterious Case of the Missing Cookie

Objective: Engage students with a relatable scenario that introduces them to the principles of law in criminology.

The Scenario

Imagine you are at a birthday party, and a plate of delicious cookies is placed at the center of the table. Everyone is having fun, but suddenly, the host realizes that one cookie is missing! Who took it? Was it Derek, the sneaky nephew, Sarah, the sweet cousin, or perhaps even Mr. Whiskers, the curious cat?

Engaging the Students

  1. Interactive Discussion:

    • Ask: "What do you think happened to the cookie?"
    • Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas. This will help them understand how different perspectives and motivations can come into play in a criminal situation.

  2. Identifying Principles of Law:

    • Lead the discussion: What laws or principles might help us determine who the cookie thief is?
    • Prompt them to consider concepts such as presumption of innocence, burden of proof, and reasonable doubt.

  3. Introducing Key Concepts:

    • As they discuss, introduce the basic principles of law:
      • Presumption of Innocence: Every party guest is innocent until proven otherwise. Just because Sarah likes cookies doesn’t mean she took one!
      • Burden of Proof: It’s up to the host (or the law) to prove who took the cookie, not just to make accusations.
      • Reasonable Doubt: If there’s no clear evidence pointing to Derek or Sarah, then we can’t just assume one of them is guilty.

Transition to Lesson Content

After the engaging conversation about the cookie theft, tell students that today’s lesson will dive deeper into these principles of law. Help them understand that these are not just rules; they form the foundation of how justice works in our society.

Conclusion

By using the relatable and light-hearted example of the missing cookie, students can grasp the attention-grabbing aspects of criminology. This introduction lays a solid groundwork for exploring the principles of law further, making the subject both engaging and educational.

Prepare to uncover more mysteries of the law and how they impact our understanding of crime!