• Summarize the 5 steps of the scientific method.
• Apply each of the steps of the scientific method to an example homicide investigation scenario.
• Explain if there are steps in the scientific method that are not applicable to a criminal investigation.
• Conclude whether you believe the scientific method is or is not a good methodology for conducting a criminal investigation. Support your response with examples.
• Explain how deductive and inductive approaches differ and how each are used in criminal investigations.
• Outline 2 examples of how deductive and inductive reasoning are applied during the investigation from the "Crime 360: Welcome to Homicide" video in the University Library.