Murdoch in the Classroom is a free, curriculum-aligned, story-driven learning program primarily for Grades 5–9, designed to flex across classrooms and curricula.
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What is Murdoch in the Classroom
Why Murdoch works in the classroom
Story gives students a reason to lean in and become curious.
Murdoch Mysteries opens inquiry across history, science and technology, language, media, math and the arts, turning curiosity into investigation, collaboration, perseverance and creativity.
How the teaching model works
- Flexible by design – adapt for grade, timing, outcomes and learner needs.
- Big ideas first – essential questions drive inquiry.
- Learning by doing – students investigate, create, present and reflect.
- Assessment built in – goals, rubrics and reflection are included.
- Inclusive by design – UDL-informed options support different learners.
Transferable skills students build
Durable skills:
Critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity, problem solving, decision making, perseverance, empathy and learner agency.