Ch1 Introduction to Forensic Science

Pre-test
Rate each target with a number 1-4 where
4= could teach concept in an original and creative way
3= proficient at understanding topic as presented in class and/or textbook
2= developing an understanding, need more examples and review of concepts
1= absent in mind, body or both, not familiar with this learning target
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  1. Learning Target 1.1
    Define and understand the scope of forensic science
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning Target 1.2
    List and describe the history and development of forensic science including both the people and their contributions: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Mathieu Orfila, Alphonse Bertillon, Francis Galton, Leone Lattes, Calvin Goddard, Albert S. Osborn, Walter C. McCrone, Hans Gross, Edmond Locard, J. Edgar Hoover
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.3
    Be able to explain the organization of a crime lab
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning Target 1.4
    List and describe the services provided by a crime lab including each division: physical science, biology, firearms, document examination, photography, toxicology, latent fingerprinting, polygraph, voiceprint analysis, evidence collection units
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.5
    Explain the functions of the forensic scientist
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.6
    List and describe the other forensic science services: forensic pathology, anthropology, entomology, psychiatry, odontology, engineering
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.7
    Summarize the State v. Jascalevich case and its significance or impact on forensic science
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.8
    Summarize the impact of the OJ simpson trial on crime scene investigation and prosecution
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.9
    Explain and give reasons for the limitations of eye witness testimony
    1 2 3 4


  1. Learning target 1.10
    Understand the rules of the classroom and lab safety protocols
    1 2 3 4





Mrs. Roberts
Science Teacher
Camas High School
Camas, WA