In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 300 words), and respond to at least 2 peers’ postings (recommended minimum 75 words).
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Assignment Details
In Week 3, you will be provided with 2 topics involving crime scene processing and forensic laboratory science and technology. You will have 2 assignments (a Discussion Board and a white paper Individual Project).
Like in a criminal justice professional conference seminar, you will pick the conferences that you wish to attend. You will select 1 of the 4 topics for your Discussion Board. Please read the instructions for the Discussion Board assignments carefully because they are different from your other classes that you have had Discussion boards in.
Selecting 1 of the 4 topics, you will be required to submit a 300-word minimum main topic posting. Please add your references to the main topic posting (required). You are encouraged to do research on the topic for other sources. You will be responding to a minimum of 3 classmates for this assignment. Each classmate’s response should be a minimum of 100 words. Your option is to respond to postings that concern your main topic selection, or you may respond to postings from classmates that have to do with 1 of the other 3 topics.
The topics come from the reading assignments for this week all located in the AIU Online Library.
Topic 1: A Procedure for Introducing a Three- Dimensional Crime Scene Scanner into a Crime Scene Workflow
Pope, Lisa M. Journal of Forensic Identification; Alameda Vol. 67, Iss. 2, (Apr/Jun 2017): 173-175.
Topic 2: Detecting Latent Prints on Stone and Other Difficult Porous Surfaces via Indanedione/Zinc Chloride and Laser
LIU, Shiquan; MI, Zhongliang; Wu, Jian; Dalrymple, Brian. Journal of Forensic Science and Medicine; Mumbai Vol. 2, Iss. 4, (Oct-Dec 2016). DOI:10.4103/2349-5014.197933
Topic 3: DNA database offers best tool to solve crimes
Star Press; Muncie, Ind. [Muncie, Ind]05 Feb 2017: D.3.
Topic 4: DNA can solve crimes and reveal your ancestry but beware of others who want in: DNA technology has been lauded for helping to solve crime, but its increasing use by ancestry websites and others is fueling a discussion on ways to keep it out of unwanted hands.
Sutton, Malcolm. ABC Premium News; Sydney [Sydney] 06 June 2018.
Discuss the following:
Why is it important to understand that technology should not be depended upon without a review and confirmation of a forensic examiner who is an expert in that field?
Why should other processing methods be used along with technology like DNA that is considered to be conclusive?
Why is continuous training and membership in professional forensic organizations necessary?
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.
Discussion Board Reminders:
Must have three posts: A Main Post and two replies to peers.
First post: Either your main post or a reply to others must be posted before midnight CT (Central time) on Friday of each week.
Second and third post: Must be posted on a different day from the first post.
Connect to Content: At least one post must refer to course learning materials. See the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards for help with connecting to the content.
Engaging in Class Discussions: For more information on making the most of your class dialog, review the Academic Resource on Discussion Boards.
Grading Rubric
Assignment Criteria Proficient Descriptor Points
Quality of Main Post
42 Points
Total
Student’s main post meets or exceeds the following requirements:
Responds completely to all of parts of discussion question. (12 points)
Communicates content information accurately and/or logically (10 points)
Delivers a thoughtful response demonstrating insights and reflections (10 points)
Connects to key content concepts and personal experiences (if applicable) (10 points)
/42 pts.
Response to Peers
40 Points
Total
Responds to a minimum of two peers. (20 points per response)
o Substantive response (10 points)
o Furthers the conversation with peers. Examples could include: (10 points)
Provides additional resources
Connects accurately to key concepts
Shares personal or professional experiences
Contributes new information or perspective
Presents a competing viewpoint
/40 pts.
Support from Learning Resources
8 Points
Total
At least one post references course resources or library resources /8 pts.
Professional Writing
10 points
Response is well-organized, clear and free of grammatical and mechanical errors.
Posts demonstrate courtesy and respect for others.
/10 pts.
Total 100 Points Possible /100 pts.
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