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Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview by Jennifer Rivera
Forensic science is a fascinating study of over twenty scientific disciplines offering investigative work to the judicial system. Master Books’ Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview reveals God as the Author and Designer of science and also the need for Christian investigators reporting to the judicial system. This one-of-a-kind homeschool curriculum teaches Scripture, case studies, as well as the knowledge of various scientific disciplines.
The term “forensic science” refers to the acquisition of knowledge gained from the evidence, analysis, and investigator interpretations with the goal of presenting this knowledge before individuals in the judicial system.
While television, movies, and podcasts have popularized forensic science, much of what is portrayed in the media is not accurate. Intro to Forensic Science from a Biblical Worldview homeschool curriculum teaches your students how to use keen observational techniques, understand the disciplines that make up forensic science, and know how to overall apply them to seeking first the Kingdom of God.
Additionally, in every lesson, woven throughout the text is applicable Scripture, along with practical labs, and review materials. Included are case studies to raise the student’s awareness of some of the most famous crimes in history, both solved and unsolved, while examining real investigative practices, time frames, and judicial results.
Course Objectives
- Study forensic science through a biblical lens and learn how science clearly confirms the Bible.
- Discover how casts are taken of shoeprints and tire marks and how they are used in investigation.
- Evaluate fire and blood spatter patterns and how they are used to determine origin and method.
- Explore several types of microscopes and their purposes in forensic science.
- Examine the role of alcohol, drugs, tools, insects, and more in crime scene investigation.
Course Features:
- 45 minutes per lesson, 5x per week
- Convenient daily schedule, saving you time!
- Full-color student & teacher text
- Perforated, 3-hole punched worksheets
- Exercises, labs, extension activities and assessments
- One year course to earn one science credit
Grade: 11-12
Content Warning: This course deals with real criminal case studies and discusses sensitive topics. Parental discretion is advised.
Don’t forget to buy the Teacher’s Guide!
About the Author:
Jennifer Hall Rivera EdD is the Director of Educational Programs for Answers in Genesis. At an early age and credited to the godly instruction of her father, a renowned fingerprint expert, her interest in the forensic sciences started. Her experience in the field of forensic science includes employment in a crime scene unit, over a decade of teaching, journal publications, and numerous speaking events.
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