Presentation Reflection

1.  During my first interview, I received several different definitons of "criminology".  In my presentation, one of my steps included explaining what criminology is.  I used two of the definitions given to me- Criminology is..."the study of crime and how it affects society" and "how crime occurs, what is causing it, and how to prevent it."
2.  I think what stood out to me during my presentation was my method of "Checking for Understanding".  Instead of asking specific questions about my presentation like everyone else did, I did an interactive game that helped fulfill my objective.
3.  The most challenging part of my 5 minute was trying to fit all my information into the allotted time.  I felt like I had to much to say in too little time.

5-Minute Presentation: Rough Draft

Objective:  To explain the difference between Criminology and Crime Scene Investigation (Forensic Science).

Procedure:  Intro (1) Ask if people know the difference between Criminology and CSI.

                  (2) Explain Criminology.

                  (3) Explain CSI.

                  (4) Point out major differences.

                  (5) Explain which jobs Criminology leads to.

                  (6) Summarize key points.

Check for Understanding:  Ask students to tell me which aspects I’ve explained are under Criminology and which are under CSI while I fill in a diagram/chart.

Resources/Materials:  Poster board or white board- used for “check for understanding”.

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Interview Prep 1

For my first interview, I plan on talking with Mark Saldecke, Community Relations Sergeant at the Walnut Police Department.  I wanted to talk with someone who not only was knowledgeable about crime, but directly dealt with it, so I thought the police department was a good place to start.  I also think he can refer me to other helpful sources, especially with service learning.
Besides the 5 set questions, I would like to express to Sergeant Mark the type of experiences I am looking for when it comes to a future involving criminology, and hopefully get some feedback on what kind of career I should pursue.