What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
** New to Outschool? Use code MelanieWia2020 to save $20! ** In this combined murder mystery-escape room, students will each take on the role of a character involved in the murder. Together they will work to figure out who is responsible for the murder by analyzing clues, solving puzzles, and playing a character. Students will experience a traditional escape room experience with the twist that they will have a script to read for their character and that they will have to figure out who the murderer is! Here is the story: The evening was cool as the Titanic continued its voyage across the Atlantic. Men, women, and children were relaxing when suddenly there was a loud, crunching sound. Panic rose as passengers began to become frantic. One passenger, Bridgette who had just arrived on deck shortly after the loud sound erupted, began to realize that something terrible happened, she knew that she had to go find her mother, Elizabeth. She hurried to their first-class joined suite. Just as Bridgette pushed the door open she screamed at the sight of her mother crumpled on the floor with a pool of blood swirling around her hair with a single gunshot wound to the head. Who killed Elizabeth? You better hurry because the ship is going down and you may be on it. Information for the class: - 5 minutes for introductions and explanation of the escape room - 45 minutes to escape and solve the murder - 5 minutes to conclude Scripts: Students will each be given a script prior to the class time which will be delivered to them prior to their class. Students will either print or have their lines open on another device so that they can read their lines when prompted during class. If there are any concerns about your student reading in class please do not hesitate to reach out and I will accommodate them to ensure they feel comfortable in class. Birthday parties can be requested!
Learning Goals
Learners will use their critical thinking skills to not only solve a murder mystery but also escape a ship that is sinking quickly.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Although this is a murder mystery there are no graphic details about the death other than what is written in description (see 'Here is your mission').
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in History from Brock University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Nipissing University
New to Outschool? Use code MelanieWia2020 to save $20!
Hello Outschool families,
My name is Melanie Wiancko, but you can call me Mrs. Mel! I am a Canadian teacher who loves solving puzzles, hiking, jogging, reading, and playing games! I hope to offer courses that spark your interest in history, geography, math, travel, escape rooms, chess, world religion, and more!
Experience: I have received my Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University and my Bachelor of Arts in History from Brock University. I am a certified teacher in Ontario, Canada, and I also have specific qualifications in intermediate math and intermediate/senior history and geography. I have experience teaching English online to English Language Learners ranging in ages from three to fifteen. I love teaching online and the opportunity to connect with students of all ages from around the world. We all have something to learn from one another!
Teaching Philosophy: As a lifelong learner, I believe that learning is best experienced when it is interactive, engaging, and is something that you are passionate about. In my classroom, students will be provided with the opportunity to explore their passions in interactive ways through pictures, discussion, games, and more. My classroom is a place of respect and inclusiveness where students can be curious, make mistakes, and grow. Let’s learn together!
Teaching Certificate - OCT #: 697687
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Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$16
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 552 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-6 learners per class