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Forensics rubrics under $5
Introduction to claim evidence reasoning Activity Forensic Science CER Practice
Are you looking for an engaging activity to easily introduce your students to claim evidence reasoning (CER), and scientific explanations? Students will love this forensic science solve the case CSI investigation where they write up their findings using the claim evidence reasoning CER format. What will students be doing during this forensic science claim evidence reasoning CER practice activity? They will observe a crime sceneAnalyze the police report and forensic reports Record their observat
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6th - 9th
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Biome or Ecosystem Shoebox Project
Looking for an extension activity for your ecology unit? Do you need a hands-on way for students to extend their learning? If so, this Ecosystem Shadowbox Project is the perfect resource for you! With this resource, students will create a food web which represents all the biotic factors of their ecosystem as well as describing how physical and biological changes in the ecosystem will impact the populations. Who is this resource for?This resource can be used by classroom teachers, tutors, and par
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6th - 9th
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MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-4
Also included in: Ecosystems - FULL UNIT
Forensics 'Innocence Project' Project: Importance of DNA Evidence
This Forensics Project demonstrates the power of DNA testing as evidence. No prep! It will give students the chance to learn about the work of the Innocence Project: a non-profit group that helps people who have been wrongfully imprisoned. The Innocence Project has led to nearly 400 people being released from prison, some of them even from death row. Most of the exonerations are due to post-conviction DNA testing, which was not available at the time of the trial. The Innocence Project obtains s
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Grades:
9th - 12th
DNA Fingerprinting/DNA Profiling Activity: Learn & Model - NO PREP!
Model DNA Fingerprinting/DNA Profiling with this digital resource! Your students will walk through the Three Steps of making a DNA Fingerprint. Then they use what they learned to create four DNA Fingerprints and solve a murder case!All learning and instructions for the activity are included on the slides for them - truly no prep! Students can complete the activity on their own - or work in pairs.Resource includes:How are DNA Fingerprints Made? Fourteen interactive Google Slides that teach studen
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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS1-1
Forensics: Mock Crime Scene Project Outline with Handouts
This is a culminating project for a Forensics course or unit. Crime scenes are set up and the students play the role of Crime Scene Investigators to process the scene. The actual crime scene processing takes place in one day and the entire project can take up to 7 depending on your schedule.
The following handouts are included in this document:
Project Outline
Evaluation Rubric
Field Kit Inventory
Photograph Log
Evidence Log
Test Requisition
Test Results template
Case File Template
5 Possible
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Grades:
10th - 12th
Forensic Explosives Evidence Notes + Project + Test! NO PREP
Teach your students Forensics Explosive Evidence with this fully digital resource! Students learn about explosives and five different types of bombs, while recording what they learn in their guided notes. They will then do a research presentation about a chosen bombing event.Resource includes:Two ways to teach about Forensic Explosives: A Google Slide set that is student independent, or use the Google Slide set that is designed for lecture. 22 Slides of information! Guided notes for students to
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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
Forensics Science Serial Killer Research Project
This forensic science project over serial killers has students research their chosen serial killer to explain how the killer's fantasy, environmental, and biological factors played a role in the killer's actions. It works well after a lesson on criminal profiling.They will utilize a 100-point rubric to research information like (but not limited to):*The criminal's home life*Traumatic events in the criminal's past*Details of the crime or crimes committed, and how the criminal hid their atrocities
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10th - 12th
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Forensic Toxicology Project | Celebrity Deaths
This forensic toxicology presentation project has students research a celebrity death that can be attributed to a drug overdose. They are asked to identify the drug in question, the origin of the drug, the schedule of the drug, the effects of the drug on the body and brain, and research into the life of the celebrity.The students dive right into this project with enthusiasm every single year. It is one of my highest grade performers annually!This product includes:*Presentation rubric (out of 100
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: Forensic Toxicology Drug Analysis and Blood Alcohol Content Bundle
Forensics FINAL - Student Choice Project - Completely EDITABLE!
This resource is a NO-PREP, Easy to Grade Project that students can do from home or at school. Students choose to:Analyze a Crime Scene TV Show Research a Famous Forensic CaseORCreate their Own Crime Story This resource comes with: Project Overview Google Doc (includes criteria for each project choice, suggestions for TV shows, podcasts, and case study websites, and a general rubric)Student Choice Google Form Project Submission Google Form Each of these resources is editable, so you can reuse an
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Grades:
8th - 12th
AP Psychology Build a Brain Project
This project will give students a hands on experience to better understand the key parts of the brain. They will work in groups and then apply the information from the project to an in class “open brain” quiz to review the content.
File Includes:
• Project Handout
• Project grading sheet
• In class “Open Brain” Quiz & Quiz answer key (can be emailed to you upon request)
• Example images of completed projects
*All files are editable
Materials Needed: Textbooks and laptops or computer lab
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9th - 12th
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DNA Fingerprinting/DNA Profiling Lesson: Slides + Notes + Review Questions
Teach your students how CSI use DNA Evidence in Forensic Investigations! How are DNA Fingerprints used to solve crime? NO PREP - flexible for digital and in-class use. Forty one Google Slides! Topics covered:What is DNA?Where can DNA be found at a crime scene?How is DNA Evidence collected and stored?History of DNA EvidenceWhat is the value of DNA as evidence?Limitations of DNA evidence Steps for making a DNA FingerprintUsing DNA when there is no body Post Conviction DNA Testing - mention of the
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Forensics Science Criminal Profiling Project
This forensic science project over criminal behavior and profiling has students research an infamous criminal's life story to determine if they were considered a sociopath, psychopath, and analyze their MO during their crime spree.They will utilize a 100-point rubric to research information like (but not limited to):*The criminal's home life*Traumatic events in the criminal's past*Details of the crime or crimes committed, and how the criminal hid their atrocities. *Details about the MO of the of
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10th - 12th
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5 Family Violence Scenarios for Role Plays in Law Enforcement
The Family Violence Role Play Scenarios is made up of 5 specific scenarios for students to act as police officers responding to a family violence call. The scenarios are specifically listed with details for the subjects to act out, with props recommended (can be used without), and "injuries" for police officers to locate. There are 24 different roles, which may be recycled if you have less than 24 students. A rubric for each scenario is included, with officer safety paramount on what is looked f
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10th - 12th
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Forensic Science CSI Vehicle Trace Evidence Investigation End of Year Activity
Forensic Science Vehicle Trace Evidence Lab: Collection and Microscopic Analysis of Trace Biological Evidence Objective: To learn the basic procedure for collection and documentation of forensic evidence.If you are looking for a fun laboratory investigation that you can complete in the beginning or end of the year, where you can get outside and take your students to search a scene, this lab is for YOU! This vehicle trace evidence lab allows you to teach the concepts from the CSI unit, so your
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10th - 12th
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The Innocence Project Newspaper Article Project
Founded in 1992 by visionary attorneys Peter Neufeld and Barry Scheck, the Innocence Project has been at the forefront of criminal justice reform, using DNA and other scientific advancements to prove wrongful conviction.In this project, students choose a person that was exonerated by the Innocence Project. They will research the story of this person including the crime, why the person was found guilty, and their exoneration. After their research, students will create 3 newspaper articles written
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Mock Trial: State v. Scar
This activity has students working in either prosecution or defense teams in mock trial scenarios. With no correct answer, it is up to either team to convince a jury of their arguments and use the physical evidence and analysis details of the case as well as witness statements. A rubric has been provided with suggested pacing guides for a 45min class period. Additionally, a trial flow helps illustrate the back and forth of the activity for both students and the teacher. I suggest about two 45min
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Mock Trial: Mega Bundle
Mock Trial: State v. Elsa
This activity has students working in either prosecution or defense teams in mock trial scenarios. With no correct answer, it is up to either team to convince a jury of their arguments and use the physical evidence and analysis details of the case as well as witness statements. A rubric has been provided with suggested pacing guides for a 45min class period. Additionally, a trial flow helps illustrate the back and forth of the activity for both students and the teacher. I suggest about two 45min
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Mock Trial: Mega Bundle
Mock Trial: State v. Mother Gothel
This activity has students working in either prosecution or defense teams in mock trial scenarios. With no correct answer, it is up to either team to convince a jury of their arguments and use the physical evidence and analysis details of the case as well as witness statements. A rubric has been provided with suggested pacing guides for a 45min class period. Additionally, a trial flow helps illustrate the back and forth of the activity for both students and the teacher. I suggest about two 45min
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Mock Trial: Mega Bundle
Forensic Toxicology Project
Students will create a presentation over a specific drug/toxin. This project averages any where between 4-5 days in a 55 minute class. This project comes with instructions for the Toxicology Project and a grading rubric. Students learn the laws against various drugs/toxins.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Forensics: Fingerprint Pattern Analysis
This 2-page document plus rubric for students can be used in a Forensic Science course. It is included in both MSWord and PDF format. I use this in my 12th grade Forensics course as the first type of evidence that we study in detail.
This product has an example of a fingerprint pattern that has been classified as a loop, whorl, or arch. The ridge count of the fingerprint and 5 minutiae points have been identified. Students can then complete the same analysis of 4 large fingerprints as they
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9th - 12th
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Crimes of the 21st Century Poster Project (Easy/No Prep/Final Project)
Crimes of the 21st Century Poster Project (Easy/No Prep/Research)This product provides instructions and grading rubric for students to create a poster over different crimes that have occurred in the 21st century. I have provided some examples that will allow students to research more recent cases. Examples include: Darlie Routier, Menedez Brothers, University of Idaho Murders, Oxford High School shooting, Gaby PetitoFeel free to exclude/add other cases that you feel may be more appropriate for y
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Grades:
10th - 12th
Public Speaking for Beginners - 2 Week Plan
This 2 Week Lesson Plan includes:10 days of lessonsOnline resource linksPotential Topic SuggestionsOutline Graphic OrganizerRubricThis series of Lesson Plans is ideal for Middle School and High School students and can be modified to meet each classrooms needs.
Grades:
7th - 10th
Forensics DNA Fingerprinting Lab Write Up Rubric
This lab is based off of activity 4.E in Bio-Rad's Biotechnology Text Book. This is the guide (rubric) I give students for their lab write up. It provides points for each task, and specifics of each task.
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Electrophoresis Bundle
JFK Assassination Ballistics
Incorporate forensic ballistics and history! Use this rubric as a cumulative assessment to have students learn the history of the assassination of John F. Kennedy, the many conspiracies behind the assassination, and apply what they have learned about ballistics.
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9th - 12th
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