Introduction

In crime investigation shows, forensic scientists and crime scene investigators are abundant in every episode. Both professions are vital to solving crimes, but how did they come about?

In this lesson you will explore the differences between crime scene investigators and forensic scientists as well as the history of forensic science.

Lesson Objectives

Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...

  • Explain career opportunities in forensic and criminal investigations.
  • Identify safety precautions for forensic and criminal investigators.
  • Describe the history of forensic science.
  • Describe responsibilities of various personnel involved in crime scene investigations. Examples: police, detectives, laboratory specialists, medical examiners

Enduring Understandings

  • Scientific inquiry utilizes the scientific method and inductive reasoning
  • Forensic investigations involve various professional personnel and multiple scientific disciplines

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Forensic and Criminal Investigations standards: 1, 2, 3, 5

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