High School Forensics I (16 Weeks)
In this 16-week course, students will learn the science behind forensics and the techniques used in solving crime scenes in each of the specialized careers. This course is for homeschooled students interested in Forensics or even just to get the required science credit that some colleges prefer for other degrees.
Patricia Valdez Certified Teacher
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(200)
What's included
16 live meetings
13 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Each week students will be given a website to read and a handout to complete to review during class time if there is ample time. Students are to submit their homework in the classroom.Assessment
Students' progress is assessed orally and also by completing homework assignments.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
Class Experience In this 16-week course, students will learn the science behind forensics science and the techniques used in solving crime scenes. Being that this topic is of a sensitive nature, please consult with your child prior to enrolling. Enroll if they are ready to dive into this type of science. It is a high school-level course that will be considered a half-semester credit. Students will be given reading assignments, videos, worksheets, and a final presentation to present to their peers. Upon completion, students will receive a printable certificate for their files. IMPORTANT: All students must have a video camera ON, except while watching a video. Each day students will learn a particular science of forensics using various online videos, worksheets, and coloring pages. I will do oral reviews if time allows in each of the classes.
Learning Goals
My goal is to equip students to know what it takes to be a forensic scientist.Make them aware of career choices in this field.
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksLesson 1:
Observational Skills
Let’s see “How observant are you?” Lab This will be a fun interactive game to test the limits of the students. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Dactylology
Fingerprinting is another science in itself. Students will learn how to read fingerprints and reveal them, too. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Forensic Botanist
Students will observe Seeds and Plant fibers. They will draw, measure, and collect specimens. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Forensic Phlebotomist
Observational Lab of various blood cells and blood type analysis. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Few points to consider:
-Being that forensics is of a sensitive nature, all that death entails may be mentioned from time to time.
-Students will be using vinegar which is a mild acid. Students may need to be careful to not get this in their eyes.
-Also, we will be using super glue and this must be handled carefully so as not to cause any skin irritations.
Pre-Requisites
Students must be able to read at an 8th grade level and work independently.
Supply List
Supplies: Gloves (protect their hands and also to let them experience what it is like to work with gloves constantly in this field) Superglue (used to reveal fingerprints) 4 x4 piece of aluminum foil (contain the superglue) Plastic enclosed shoebox (airtight for the experiment to work) Small 4 x 6 frame with glass (lift and observe fingerprints) magnifying glass (make close observations) Wide clear tape Sandpaper or Emory board (file your nails with) Soft makeup brush Pencil Crayons Playdoh Ruler or Caliper (measuring different items in various experiments) 2 empty medium size jars (available for doing experiments) 5 different species of leaves (specimens needed for observational study) 5 different types of seeds (specimens needed for observational study) 3 different types of soils (specimens needed for observational study) 3 fabric samples (specimens needed for observational study) 6 small white or clear small water bottle caps or vials red cabbage (used as a pH indicator; must be boiled prior to class) baking soda (a mild base needed for pH test) vinegar (a mild acid needed for pH test) milk (ingredient needed to test for pH) soda (ingredient needed to test for pH) milk of magnesia (ingredient needed to test for pH) water (ingredient needed to test for pH) salt sugar 1 wide mouth jar coffee filter paper two black felt pens Chicken leg bone (observational study of vinegar or heat on the bone) Raw hotdog (observational study of rotting meat)
Joined October, 2018
5.0
200reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
I am a thirty-eight-year veteran Biology teacher who has taught forensic camps for over twenty years.
I've also taken Introduction to Forensics; 2022 Nanyang Technological University, Singapore through Coursera to stay abreast on current techniques and technology used in this field.Reviews
Live Group Course
$17
weekly or $270 for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
50 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-10 learners per class
