Crime Scene DNA
Elective 01 — Forensic Genetics
Target Phenomenon
How do detectives use DNA profiling? Cold cases solved with STR analysis.
NGSS Standards
- HS-LS3-1 — Ask questions to clarify relationships about the role of DNA and chromosomes in coding the instructions for characteristic traits passed from parents to offspring.
- HS-LS3-2 — Make and defend a claim based on evidence that inheritable genetic variations may result from new genetic combinations through meiosis, viable errors occurring during replication, and/or mutations caused by environmental factors.
Lesson Breakdown
| Lesson | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| L01 | [TBD] | Launch |
| L02 | [TBD] | Explore |
| L03 | [TBD] | Explain |
| L04 | [TBD] | Elaborate |
Total: 4 lessons
Recommended Prior Module
None — standalone. No prerequisites.
Notes
Students analyze electrophoretic gels, build suspect profiles. High engagement, minimal prior knowledge needed.