This class is structured according to the 5 e model of lesson planning:

​2-5 minutes: Introduction to the class, student expectations, and each other.
​7-10 minutes: Engage - History of hair analysis group discussion
5-7  minutes: Explore - Lecture and discussion of the parts and structure of hair
15 - 20  minutes: Explain - Student groups will examine hair samples related to a fictional crime, record their observations and determine if any of the suspects’ hair matches the hair found at the crime-scene.
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 William Walsh, chemical researcher.
​10-15 minutes: Evaluate -  Student will complete a competitive, game-style quiz to review and assess their learning.

This model allows for frequent assessment and student interaction.  Each lesson will include some form of lecture instruction using slides, images and/or video clips; and a variety of short, formative assessments such as multiple-choice questions, discussion, collaboration boards, matching games, drawing, writing activities, and interactive virtual lab skills activities. 

 This course will be taught using Nearpod lessons, which allows for the interaction mentioned above.  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.