$140
for 10 classes
Forensic Science 2
Completed by 318 learners
Ages 12-17
Live Group Course
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(1,222 reviews)
Live video meetings
1x per week, 10 weeks
3-17 learners per class
60 min
What's included
10 live meetings
10 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will receive details about case studies they can explore in addition to regular course discussions.Assessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
This course continues the forensic science journey into the field as well as the lab. We will begin with an examination of environmental forensic science, including disciplines such as forensic entomology (insects), forensic botany (plants), forensic palynology (pollen), forensic geology (soils), forensic meteorology, and dendrology. We will also look at environmental chemistry in a forensic setting, using chemical and oil spill investigations as case studies. After covering these areas, we will look at the unique handling of outdoor crime scenes. How are they preserved? What sorts of evidence might we look for and what might we not find? Students will examine ways to measure, collect, and protect evidence in a variety of conditions. The final section of the course involves a mock crime scene that includes the types of evidence we discuss in this class. Students receive sets of documents with a variety of evidence, and we discuss it in multiple sessions in order to solve our crime.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Shoe Evidence
Discussion of shoe evidence, including the difference between prints and impressions, height and weight predictions, wear patterns, analysis of shoe impression images, gait patterns, and case studies (shoes in the OJ Simpson case and the Zodiac). 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Outdoor Crime Scenes
Overview of the unique elements of an outdoor crime scene, the actions of investigators that differ from indoor scenes, unique challenges with outdoor scenes, and preservation of specific types of evidence. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Forensic Geology
Discussion of the ways in which geology can help solve a crime. We will discuss soil classification, an Australian experiment involving the downward movement of blood in soil, and a case study--the John Bruce Dodson case. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Case Study - The Somerton Man
Full session discussion of the unsolved Australian case known as the Somerton Man. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There is no scary or violent content in this class. While it is a forensic science class, I am careful not to include any age-inappropriate materials.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Joined January, 2017
4.9
1222reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Juris Doctor from University of Michigan
I have a passion for teaching, and forensic science has been an area of specialization for me for 20 years. I have a law degree from the University of Michigan, as well as graduate studies in Forensic Science. I have taught Forensic Science at colleges, schools, for homeschool groups, and more. I strive to engage kids in this fascinating topic and make them feel comfortable in this online setting.Reviews
69 total ratings, 40 with reviews
Review summary for this class
The Forensics Science 2 class by Mr. Jones is highly engaging and interesting, with students thoroughly enjoying the mock crime case at the end that allows them to apply their learning. The teacher is outstanding, making the subject matter captivating through his teaching style and thought-provoking questions. Students look forward to the classes and are eager to continue with the next part of the series.
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