Forensic Science: Observation Skills

One of the most important skills in forensic science is the ability to observe, interpret and report observations clearly and accurately.  In this class, we will use and hopefully improve our understanding of our observation skills, and how they are used in forensic science.

Here is a tentative outline for the class:
​2-5 minutes: Introduction to the class, student expectations, and each other.
​5-7 minutes: Engage - Students engage their own observation skills by observing a photo for a period of time and then answering questions about the photo afterward.
​10-15 minutes: Explore - We will have a lecture style lesson about observation, eye witness accounts, and how to be a good observer.
5-7 minutes: Explain - Students will collaborate to explain factors that affect observations and eyewitness accounts.
3-5 minutes: ​Extend - In each of my Forensic Science Series classes, we will have a short section titled "Careers in Forensics" in which we will examine a real-world career related to the forensic science topic we are exploring.  This class highlights Paul Ekman facial analysis and deception expert.
​10-15 minutes: Evaluate - Students will have a second opportunity to practice their observation skills, collaborate and discuss the importance of accurate eyewitness accounts​ and play a game to review and assess their understanding.

This class will be taught using a NearPod lesson.  If your student will be using a tablet or phone, they will need to download the free NearPod app, which can be found in the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. I will be posting a link to the NearPod website and a code into the chat box when class starts and students using a computer will be able to access the lesson via the link or by going to the NearPod website and entering in the code.