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Intro to Forensic Science Teacher Guide

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034068
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9781683442424
Grade 11-12
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Intro to Forensic Science Teacher Guide
Description
Student Text does not contain any student worksheets or activities. The Teacher Guide
includes a 36-week daily schedule, reproducible student pages, tests, labs activities, and answer keys. Please note, families with additional students taking the course will need to copy the student pages, which is a few hundred pages. You  may wish to purchase a second Teacher Guide if you prefer not to make copious copies.
Publisher's Description of Intro to Forensic Science Teacher Guide

The term “forensic science” refers to the acquisition of knowledge gained from the evidence, analysis, and investigator interpretations with the goal of presenting this knowledge before individuals in the judicial system.

While television, movies, and podcasts have popularized forensic science, much of what is portrayed in the media is not accurate. Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview homeschool curriculum was developed to teach your students how to use keen observational techniques, understand the disciplines that make up forensic science, and know how to apply them to seeking first the Kingdom of God.

In every lesson, applicable Scripture is woven throughout the text, along with practical labs, and review materials. Case studies are included to raise the student’s awareness of some of the most famous crimes in history, both solved and unsolved, while examining real investigative practices, time frames, and judicial results. Because of the sensitive nature of the case studies, this course is recommended to 11th and 12th grade students.

Course Objectives

  • Study forensic science through a biblical lens and learn how science clearly confirms the Bible.
  • Discover how casts are taken of shoeprints and tire marks and how they are used in investigation.
  • Evaluate fire and blood spatter patterns and how they are used to determine origin and method.
  • Explore several types of microscopes and their purposes in forensic science.
  • Examine the role of alcohol, drugs, tools, insects, and more in crime scene investigation.

Course Features:

  • 45 minutes per lesson, 5x per week
  • Convenient daily schedule, saving you time!
  • Full-color student & teacher text
  • Perforated, 3-hole punched worksheets
  • Recommended Grade Level: 11th – 12th
  • Exercises, labs, extension activities and assessments
  • One year course to earn one science credit

Curriculum Requirements:

  • Student Text - Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview
  • Teacher Guide – Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview

About the Author:

Jennifer Hall Rivera EdD is the Director of Educational Programs for Answers in Genesis. Her interest in the forensic sciences started at an early age and is credited to the godly instruction of her father, a renowned fingerprint expert. Her experience in the field of forensic science includes employment in a crime scene unit, over a decade of teaching, journal publications, and numerous speaking events.

Content Warning: This course deals with real criminal case studies and discusses sensitive topics. Parental discretion is advised.

Category Description for Intro to Forensic Science (Master Books)

Laying a foundational understanding of forensics and the criminal justice system through a biblical worldview, this upper-level science course provides an engaging real-life elective for science minded students. Beginning with an introduction to forensic science and the two types of science (historical and observational), the course covers evaluating the crime science, evidence collection and documentation, types of evidence (physical, biological, and transitory), forensic tools and specialties, and the judicial system. Throughout the course, students examine forensic science through a biblical worldview and learn how DNA compliments Biblical truth, what the Bible says about alcohol and drug use, weapons and murder, and much more. Through their study of forensics, students are introduced to case studies that outline a related crime or event. Parents are encouraged to preview the case study prior to students as the cases may be disturbing to young minds. A sampling of case studies includes Jon Benet Ramsey, Ted Bundy, the death of Michael Jackson, Rev. Jim Jones and Jonestown, and the OK City Bombing.

The Student Text is engagingly written, with age-appropriate explanations, and colorful photographs, illustrations, and diagrams. While the topics are challenging or difficult, discretion is used to present the information to students. Student Text does not contain any student worksheets or activities. The Teacher Guide includes a 36-week daily schedule, reproducible student pages, tests, labs activities, and answer keys. Please note, families with additional students taking the course will need to copy the student pages, which is a few hundred pages. You  may wish to purchase a second Teacher Guide if you prefer not to make copious copies. The course contains 34 lessons, divided into 8 units. Each lesson covers a specific forensic topic or discipline. Each unit concludes with a test. There are also two cumulative tests– one for each semester. A hands-on activity or lab experiment accompanies most lessons. These vary from building DNA from marshmallows and licorice, to fingerprinting and fiber examinations using a microscope. Numerous household items are required. You will also need a high school level microscope (400x), safety googles, blank microscope slides and cover slips, iodine, ink pad, fingerprint powder and brush, petri dishes, stirring rods, pH strips, test tubes (up to 4), test tube racks, exam gloves (Nitrile), safety gloves, water dropper, acetone, and an electronic balance. A full list is available in the Teacher Guide and in a PDF on our website. Both books are required for the course and available individually or in a convenient package.

This is a well-done course that introduces teens to the fascinating world of forensics, which may prepare them for a future career or provide knowledge to better understand the world. As a homeschool mom who created my own forensics course for my curious teens, I found this course to be well-organized and comprehensive. Highly recommended for science-minded teens and parents!

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Product Format:Paperback
Grades:11-12
Brand:Master Book Publishers
ISBN:9781683442424
Length in Inches:10.875
Width in Inches:8.375
Height in Inches:1.375
Weight in Pounds:3.3
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Rated 5 out of 5
Nov 27, 2023
amazingly detailed
This is a very fascinating course that helps students develop skills that they can use to bring glory to the Creator. I love that it is absolutely rooted in God's truth. The author makes it clear that, "criminal activity is rooted in the sinful nature of man, and understanding the fallen nature of man is important when studying forensic science." Because of the sensitive nature of many of the cases in which forensics is required, the age level is appropriate, and I wouldn't recommend adjusting it.
The supply list is at the beginning of the teacher guide and uses mostly household or easy to find items. A more detailed list (divided by lesson) is found in the back of the teacher's guide. The list is a bit longer than some of the other courses, but that is because it is a very hands on course. The activities are extremely useful in understanding how the forensics experts conduct investigations. One of the first lessons that the student learns is to distinguish between what is relevant and what is not. I think this is a skill that can be useful in many other aspects of life. The student will learn skills in analysis of data, as well as things like serology, toxicology, and fingerprint analysis. In addition, the student is given an overview of the judicial aspects, as well as different careers within the field of forensics.
This is a fantastic course for a student that is interested in a career in the medical or legal professions.
dstreav
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 10, 2023
Exercises, applications, and labs
The teacher guide for this course includes all the worksheets you need as well as lesson plans for the year. My son told me to add that there is plenty of room to write your answers on the worksheets, something he complains about with other publishers. He has worked through three weeks worth of material in a few days because the material is so engaging!
Deidre
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Will this count for a full elective or just 1/2 credit?

My homeschool accountability group, which is known for being fairly strict with credits, counted this as a full lab science. I highly recommend the curriculum!

Deidre B

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